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Writing and Editing Value Suite
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Writing and Editing Value Suite

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with Ed2Go Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jan 17, 2024

Grammar Refresher

The key to effective writing and speaking is English grammar. Whether you are just now learning the basics of grammar or if you need a refresher, this course will help you develop the foundational skills you need. In this course, you'll explore the eight parts of speech, punctuation and mechanics, foundational sentence construction, and we'll even get into the details of phrases, clauses, problem words, common grammar mistakes, and much more! An instructor will guide you every step of the way as you learn grammar through hands-on, practical exercises. You'll also learn through short videos, examples, and even fun games. Take your writing and speaking to the next level of excellence!

Writing Essentials

Master the essentials of writing, and become the stellar wordsmith you always wanted to be! In this course, you'll develop the skills you need to excel at business communications, express yourself clearly online, and take your creative literary talents to a new level. Whether you're hoping to get a better job, write for a blog, or publish your short story, this course will give you the writing tools you need for success.

Effective Business Writing

Do you have a nagging suspicion that a small improvement in your writing skills might also improve your career prospects? Don't let small gaps in your business writing skills prevent you from reaching your full potential. It doesn't matter whether you're a clerical worker, an engineer, or an executive. If you communicate with others in writing, you need this course to help you identify and eliminate problem areas. By the end of this course, you'll know the secret to developing powerful written documents that immediately draw readers in and keep them motivated to continue until your very last, well-chosen word.

Suite bundles are not eligible for partial drops or refunds. Transfers to other open sessions of the same course are available. Please refer to your school for additional details regarding drops, transfers, and refunds on Suite bundles.

Instructor-Led dates are as follows May 17, Jun 14, July 12 and Aug 16.

For more information or to register please click the link.

Writing Fiction Series
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Writing Fiction Series

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with Ed2Go Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jan 17, 2024

How do you turn your idea for a novel into a novel? The answer may not be an exact science, but most published authors would point to the fundamentals of storytelling: character development and dramatic structure. As the basis of a good story, these two elements of fiction are further shaped by techniques like dialogue, pacing, and scene building to bring your idea to life on the page. But having all the moving pieces to a good story only equates to a first draft. To truly create publishable work, you must add complexity to your fiction and then learn the process of revision.

This course series will help you plan, write, and edit fiction. Write Fiction Like a Pro focuses on ideation and plotting. You will first learn how to plot the structure of your story and flesh out characters. As you progress to Advanced Fiction Writing, you will begin to look at dialogue, setting, action, viewpoint, and tense with a professional's eye. When your draft is close to being finished, you will then learn how to pare down and refine your manuscript.

These lessons will help you develop and sharpen your fiction writing skills. As you apply each technique, your story will take shape, with a clear path from beginning to end. By the time you finish this series, you will be ready to submit your work for publishing.

Series bundles are not eligible for partial drops or refunds. Transfers to other open sessions of the same course are available. Please refer to your school for additional details regarding drops, transfers, and refunds on Series bundles.

Instructor-Led dates are as follows May 17, Jun 14, July 12 and Aug 16.

For more information or to register please click the link.

Writing Young Adult Fiction
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Writing Young Adult Fiction

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with Ed2Go Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jan 17, 2024

As Harry Potter and Twilight have proven, young adult fiction is one of the hottest genres for today's novels. Teens and adults alike have discovered the excitement and passion of these stories, and publishers are hungry for more. If you're eager to break into this market, this course provides you with the recipe for creating your own successful young adult story and shows you how to get it published.

You will decide what type of story you want to tell, plan your plot, and discover the secrets for bringing your characters to life. In addition, you'll find out how to introduce conflict, suspense, and mystery so you can grab and hold the attention of your audience. Along the way, you will master the art of creating dialogue that resonates with teenagers and young adults. You'll even analyze excerpts from bestselling young adult books to see what makes them so successful. Finally, you'll learn how to find an agent or publisher and how to write a synopsis that sells. If you've dreamed for years of becoming an author, this course can help you turn your dream into a reality. By the end of this course, you'll have all the tools you need to create a polished manuscript and get your story in print!

Instructor-Led dates are as follows May 17, Jun 14, July 12 and Aug 16.

For more information or to register please click the link.

Art 1-Foundations of Art W24
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Art 1-Foundations of Art W24

$20

with Elizabeth Johnson, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Calendar Jan 22, 2024 at 1:30 pm, runs for 15 weeks

Foundations of Art is designed to meet the fine arts requirement for AACE high school diploma students. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the elements of art and the principles of design as well as art history and criticism. Students will explore basic art media and techniques, such as drawing, painting, collage, printmaking, and sculpture! Students will attend class once per week as well as complete a weekly project outside of class.

This class is a prerequisite for Art 2.

Math Learning Lab W24
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Math Learning Lab W24

Free

with Elizabeth Johnson, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Calendar Jan 22, 2024 at 3 pm, runs for 16 weeks

This is an open lab for math students.

ZUMBA

$90

with Erin Hamlin, RSU16 Adult Education

Calendar Jan 22, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 11 weeks

The class that started the dance-fitness revolution and changed the way we look at a “workout” forever. It’s fun, effective and best of all? Made for everyone! It is a dance fitness cardio class with roots in latin rhythms. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes, bring water and a towel. Erin has been teaching Zumba since 2014, with hundreds of students across Maine and beyond! You can learn more about her and her classes at: https://www.zumba.com/en-US/ profile/erin-hamlin/1091680. 11-week session.  Registration: $90.  REGISTER EARLY TO ENSURE THE CLASS WILL RUN!                                                 

(Photo Credit:  Jeff Kloft)

 

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HiSET Lab
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HiSET Lab

Free

with Nancy Hebert, Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education

Calendar Jan 23, 2024 , runs for 15 weeks

Mid-Maine Adult Education offers a flexible HiSET program to meet your busy life. Our HiSET program provides individualized academic assistance to help you prepare and take the HiSET.  Now is the perfect time to complete your High School credential and take the next step in your professional career! 

The HiSET consists of five(5) subject tests: 

1) Reading 

2) Writing

3) Social Studies

4) Science

5) Mathematics 

To pass & earn your HiSET credential, all subject tests must be passed individually. Additionally, all five subject test scores must add up to a required composite score to meet full completion requirements and earn your credential. All tests are multiple-choice with the exception of the Writing test, which has multiple-choice and one essay prompt.  Testing accommodations may be available for individuals with documented disabilities.   

Our instructors work at your pace to develop a learning plan that works for you.  Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays during the afternoons and evenings to provide a range of options for learners to attend. All HiSET learners have access to goal-planning, college application/enrollment assistance, resume help, job search navigation, and more. 

Contact our office at (207) 873-5754 or email adulted@watervillek12.org to register.

Emerging Math AM  W24
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Emerging Math AM W24

$20

with Elizabeth Johnson, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Calendar Jan 23, 2024 at 9:30 am, runs for 16 weeks

Independent Learning Lab Emerging Math is aligned with College and Career Readiness Standards Level C (basic math skills). The course is a hybrid format allowing students to work online outside of class and also attend class for in-person direct instruction and support. This class provides AACE high school diploma students with the opportunity to earn one required math credit. This class is also appropriate for adult transition students.





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