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Algebra Basic Computer Functions Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Budgeting Basics Decimals A Decimals B Dictionary Basics Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Discover Your Learning Style e-Mail in the Workplace Essential Skills 101 Filling in Forms Fractions in Everyday Life How to Save Computer Files Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. How to Write a Cover Letter Introduction to Centra Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. MS Word 2003 for beginners MS Word 2007 for Beginners Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Multiplication & Division Pre-Algebra Progressive Spelling 1 (LBS Level 1) Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Progressive Spelling 2 Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Punctuation Reading Comprehension Take this course if you think reading comprehension is painful and confusing. We will identify what kind of a reader you are and discover techniques to warm up your brain before starting to read. You are reading but you don't understand what you are reading? You are reading but you cannot keep what you read in your head? Don't worry. We will create your own special toolbox to help you with your reading comprehension and this in turn will make reading a pleasurable experience for you. Note: This is a two part course. Class for Part 1 and Part 2 will be held on two separate days. Spelling & Grammar Rules Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Spelling Made Simple 2 Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Spelling Part 1 . Spelling Part 2 . Surfing the Internet for Beginners Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Tips for Better Spelling & Grammar Note: Course is offered more than once; register for one section only. Understanding Excel 2007 Spreadshhets Understanding Fractions A Understanding Fractions B Take the skills you learned in Understanding Fractions A another step further and enhance your adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions skills. Note: Students should be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide and determine a common denominator before taking this course. Understanding Fractions C Writing a GED Essay
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Jan. 21
Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Jan. 14
We will carry on where we left off with Pre-Algebra. Learn how to solve x-y+2a, when x=4, y=5 and a=1 plus 10x = x. Combine like variables, solve equations with variables on both sides of an equation, and solve literal equations. Algebra is not as scary as you think.
Jan. 18
Monday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Jan. 11
Learn the basic parts and functions of a computer. This class will cover an introduction to Windows desktop. Discover how easy it is to customize your desktop by changing the background, arranging the desktop icons, adjusting the screen saver settings and creating desktop shortcuts. Learn handy keyboard shortcuts that will help you get more done in less time! An introduction to common Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Access will be covered.
Feb. 16
Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Feb. 9
Mar. 25
Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Mar. 18
Students should know how to add and subtract.
Feb. 11
Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Feb. 4
Feb. 18
Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Feb. 11
Jan. 12
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Jan. 5
The dictionary and the thesaurus are great resources to help you improve your spelling and writing. Learn about alphabetical order, guide words, root words and reference pages. Find out how the thesaurus can help you expand your vocabulary and be a better writer.
Jan. 13
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 6
Jan. 18
Monday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Jan. 11
Visual, audio or tactile? Which one describes you? To learn how we learn, we need to know what works best for us. This class will help you understand your own style of learning.
Mar. 9
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Mar 2
Jan. 21
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 14
The Essential Skills, as outlined by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) are the skills that are transferable to learning, to work and to life. They are the foundation of most jobs and having knowledge of these skills enables job seekers to obtain employment and helps employees grow within their jobs
Feb. 17
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Feb. 10
A major component of the 9 Essential Skills is Document Use and in particular, “Filling In Forms”. Practise filling in forms online and on paper. Close to the start date of this course, the instructor will forward some blank forms for you to print out and have ready to complete during the class.
Mar. 11
Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Mar 4
How are fractions used in cooking, shopping and around the house? See how easily you can double or halve a recipe. Is that store discount really a bargain? Make the tape measure your friend - not your foe. Note: Please do not register for this class if you don't know how to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions.
Jan. 25
Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 18
Feb. 23
Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Feb. 16
Feb. 25
Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Feb. 18
Jan. 7
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.Jan. 4
'This class is for first time users of the CENTRA program. If you are taking a live class on the LearningHub, it is highly recommended you attend this orientation class first. Learn how to use the Audio Wizard to check your speakers and microphone or headset so you are ready for your live class. A brief orientation on the communication tools including the microphone, text chat, feedback tool and other interactive icons will be covered. During this session you will learn how to use the markup tools and practice using them on the Whiteboard. If this course isn't available before your live class is scheduled, a playback of the session should be watched so you are ready for your live class.
Jan. 11
Monday, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Jan. 4
Feb. 2
Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.Jan. 26
Feb. 4
Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Jan. 28
Mar. 2
Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.Feb. 23
Mar. 4
Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Feb. 25
Note: Attendance is required for all four classes. Access to MS Word 2003 is required.Feb. 1, 8,22 & Mar. 1
Mondays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 25
Attendance is mandatory for all 4 sessions.
Students must have a basic familiarity with the computer. This four week online course will cover the basic functions of Microsoft Word 2002 and up. Learn how to navigate through the program and create, save, edit, format and print basic documents. Modules will be assigned on the Moodle course management system (to be done on the student's own time) with live classes held on Centra once each week. Learn how to work independently and as a group by taking this blended learning course. Access to MS Word 2003 or up is required.
Feb. 1, 8, 22 & Mar. 1
Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Jan. 25
Attendance is mandatory for all 4 sessions.
Students must have a basic familiarity with the computer. This four week online course will cover the basic functions of Microsoft Word. Learn how to navigate through the program and create, save, edit, format and print basic documents. Modules will be assigned on the Moodle course management system (to be done on the student's own time) with live classes held on Centra once each week. Learn how to work independently and as a group by taking this blended learning course. Access to MS Word 2007 is required.
Feb. 4, 11, 18 & 25
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan 28
Jan. 28
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 21
Multiplication and division are inverse operations. Multiplying is a quick way to add the same number many times while division is a quick way to subtract the same number several times. Enrol in this class if you
need to review and reinforce your multiplication and division skills. We will look at the basics of both operations and then go on to multiplying and dividing two and three place digit numbers.
On the job Thinking Skills
Mar. 18
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
One of the 9 Essential Skills, Thinking Skills includes problem solving, decision making, critical thinking, job task planning and organizing, significant use of memory and finding information. Examine real-life examples of the required use of Thinking Skills on the job. Learn strategies and tips on how to cope with some of the "thinking" problems you may encounter in life and on the job.
Jan. 14
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 7
What are variables? What are integers? Do you remember that an x or a question mark may stand for an unknown number? In this class we will review the terms variables, integers and algebraic expressions. We will also be adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing equations that involve solving for the unknown (x).
Pre-Ged Math - Word Problems
Mar. 22
Monday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mar. 15
Students should be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions and integers before taking this class.
Pre-Ged Social Studies - Canadian and World History
Feb. 1
Monday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Jan.25
Pre-Ged Social Studies - Civics and government, Economics and Geography
Feb.22
Monday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Feb. 15
Feb. 2
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Feb.3
This course covers short vowel and long vowel spelling patterns that use bigger words. For short vowels, learn about double consonants plus "le"; and doubling final consonants before adding "ing" or "ed". For long vowel sounds, learn the one consonant plus "le" rule. Learn the consonant blends: wh, th, sh, ph, ch and sometimes gh (silent). Bring your word journal so you can write in your most difficult words.
Feb. 3
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 27
Feb. 9
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Feb. 2
In this course learn more consonant blends at beginning of words: bl, pl, cl, thr, spr, spl, cr, pr, etc. Also learn consonant blends at ends of words: sk, ck, ll, nk, lk, etc. Learn long vowel spelling patterns: au, ea, ie, ou, ui. Learn to make a memory jogger to remember how to spell your difficult words. Bring your word journal to write down your memory jogger.
Feb. 10
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Feb. 3
Feb. 24
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Feb. 17
This is a practical guide to demonstrate how to write a sentence by using correct punctuation in the right places. This will assist the reader to understand what you are saying. Learn about periods, commas, question marks, etc. Browse some websites that can help you. Review a list of books that you can use as reference sources.
Mar. 8 & 15
Mondays, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Mar. 1
Resume Writing for Beginners
Feb. 9
Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Feb. 2
Feb. 16
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Feb. 9
Do apostrophes confuse you? Learn about them and also about prefixes, suffixes, antonyms, homonyms and synonyms. Bring your thesaurus, and see how it can help you expand your vocabulary. Check out some on-line websites for thesaurus help.
Mar. 22
Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Mar. 15
Spelling Made Simple 1
Jan 19
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Jan. 12
This beginner course gets you ready to spell. Review the alphabet. Learn the consonant sounds. Learn the short vowel sounds. Practice pronouncing the sounds. Learn short vowel sound spelling patterns. Learn the 1+1+1 rule. Learn about root words. Learn about syllables. Start a spelling journal. Get ready to practice spelling some simple words!
Jan. 20
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 13
Jan. 26
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Jan. 19
This beginner course gives you more spelling basics. The alphabet and consonant sounds are reviewed. Learn the long vowel sounds. Learn long vowel spelling patterns; the silent "e" at the end of a word; vowel blends like ee, ea, ai, oa, oo. Learn about two-syllable words. Build your vocabulary by learning about word families. Learn about www.dictionary.com. Start a word journal so you can write in
your most difficult words.
Jan. 27
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 20
Mar. 8
Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Mar. 1
Do you have trouble spelling? If the answer is yes, this course can help you by providing a review of some basic spelling rules. Learn about long and short vowel sounds, consonants, double consonants and syllables. Bring your dictionary and discover how guide words and root can help you too!
Mar. 15
Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Mar. 8
Become a better speller by learning more spelling rules. This course covers the k sound, the final e in words, words ending in c and y and nouns ending in o. Go online with the instructor and discover spelling websites that provide useful tips for you. Bring your dictionary and learn how to use the reference pages provided in it.
Feb. 17
Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Feb. 10
Do you find surfing the internet confusing? Are you hearing terms that aren't familiar to you? Would you like to learn how to access information on the local weather, used cars for sale, health information, etc.? Sign up for this course and we will help you clear up some "internet mysteries".
Mar. 24
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.mMar. 17
Mar. 29 Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
mar. 22
Review the difficult sounds to spell: the shen sound at the end of a word; th, wh, ch, and sh in words; ough and challenge words. How about the long u sound? Learn more suffixes (plurals and verb tenses). Learn how to make up an acrostic and memorize it to help you remember all of the letters in a word. Build word power and use correct spelling in sentences.
Dec. 23 & 30
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Mar. 16
Think of the game “Battleship”. You are able to read coordinates such as A5 or B6 and sink your opponent’s battleship. Reading algebraic graphs is no different. A graph is made up of two number lines that intersect or cross. Review how to read coordinates, how to plot points and how to plot equations as they relate to algebraic graphing.
Mar. 2
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Feb. 23
Do numerators, denominators and mixed numbers have you confused? Enroll in this refresher class to renew and reinforce your basic fractions skills. Note: Students should be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide before taking this course.
Mar. 9
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Mar. 2
Mar. 16
Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Mar. 9
Take the skills you learned in Understanding Fractions A and B another step further and enhance your adding and subtracting skills to multiply and divide fractions.
Note: Students should be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide before taking this course.
Understanding PowerPoint 2007 Presentations
Jan. 19 & 26
Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Jan. 12
Access to MS Excel 2007 is required. Note: This is a two week course.
Mar. 10
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Oct. 27
Get ready to write your GED essay. This course explains the fundamentals needed to write an essay answer: creation of a thesis statement, organization, development and details, sentence structure, usage and mechanics, and appropriate word choice.
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