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SUMMER 2013 Extension courses & programs

CREATIVE ARTS

LANGUAGE & CULTURE

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

ELEARNING: ONLINE COURSES & PROGRAMS

UNIVERSITY EDVENTURES

OLLI - OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE

Courses for those aged 50 and over. See the website for details and current classes.

 

  creative arts, LANGUAGE & CULTURE

North Coast Arts

INTENSIVE SUMMER WORKSHOPS FOR ARTISTS

WEEK 1: July 8-12
WEEKEND: July 12-14
WEEK 2: July 15-19

Up to two units of optional academic credit is available for week-long classes for $50/unit. On campus housing/meals available for additional fee.


The Studio School

A distinctive visual arts program for youth!

FALL 2013: Sept. 14-Nov. 2

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Humboldt Music Academy

Music Classes for ages 2-18

FALL 2013 CLASSES RUN SEPT. 7-NOV. 2

Brass Chamber Music Workshop
Daily coached chamber ensemble rehearsals,
performances and freelance playing

Week 1: July 21-26, 2013
Week 2: July 28-Aug. 2, 2013

Sequoia Chamber Music Workshop
A unique opportunity for young musicians
to study and perform in chamber groups.

Session 1: June 16-22
Session 2: June 23-29

LANGUAGE & CULTURE

Introductory Russian Language & Culture

This course is for those who have little or no knowledge of the Russian language. By the end of the course, you will become familiar with the Russian alphabet (Cyrillic), basic reading and writing, and everyday communication such as greeting people formally and informally, counting, and telling the time. You will also learn about grammar points, specifically the Russian cases, adjectives, nouns, verb conjugations, and verbs of motion.

Finally, cultural notes about Russian history, arts and literature, and the Russian language will be woven into the course. Additionally, two or three films in Russian (with English subtitles) will be shown and discussed.

Required textbooks: Golosa: A Basic Course in Russian, Book 1 (third edition). Richard Robin, Karen Evans-Romaine, Galina Shatalina, and Joanna Robin. Prentice Hall, 2002. (Available online, new or used)

BEGINNING:

date .......... Mon./Wed., June 3-26

time .......... 5:30-7:30 p.m.

fee .......... $125

place .......... HGH 204

instr .......... Natalia Novikova

course .......... EENC X047, 31006

INTERMEDIATE:*

date .......... Mon./Wed., June 3-26

time .......... 3-5 p.m.

fee .......... $125

place .......... HGH 204

instr .......... Natalia Novikova

course .......... EENC X047, 31007

* Prerequisite: Completion of beginning course or instructor prior approval.

Natalia Novikovais from Moscow, Russia. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in philosophy from Moscow State Academic University for the Humanities at the Russian Academy of Sciences. In 2001, she moved to New York City where she began a career at the Columbia University Harriman (former Russian) Institute. Since then, she has taught Russian language to a diverse group of students at various language levels, and also offers cross-cultural consultations to those relocating to Russia.



Explorations in Afro-Cuban Dance & Drum

Sat., July 20-27, 2013

Seven days of workshops at Humboldt State University featuring internationally-renowned instructors
celebrating the folkloric music, songs and dances of the Afro-Cuban people.
All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited!

VISIT THE WEBSITE

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  Professional Development

Physical Activity & Nutrition Programs in K-6 Classrooms

An overview of best practices in teaching physical education and nutrition in K-6 classrooms. Course includes content that teachers can use in their classes and a consideration of how to create an inclusive environment including strategies to prevent bullying.

date .......... Mon.-Thurs., June 24-27

time .......... 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

fee .......... $220

place .......... KA 104

instr .......... Chris Hopper, Kathy Munoz and Rock Braithwaite

course .......... KINS 580, 1 unit, 31279

Chris Hopper is associate dean of the College of Professional Studies and chair of the Dept. of Kinesiology and Recreation Administration at HSU. He and Kathy Munoz are co-authors of Physical Activity and Nutrition for Health.

Kathy Munoz is a professor of nutrition in the HSU Department of Kinesiology and Recreation Administration, and a Registered Dietitian through the American Dietetic Association.

Rock Braithwaite is an associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Recreation Administration at HSU, and a certified trainer with Olweus Bullying Prevention Program.


CALIFORNIA STATE-REQUIRED NOTARY TRAINING

Friday, July 26, 2013 - SEE DETAILS



Regional Training Institute -- Community Disaster Preparedness -- Humboldt State University

Get the training you need to be prepared for the next earthquake, tsunami or other disaster:

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Professional Development: eLearning

INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

A NEW ONLINE PROGRAM starting Spring 2014

This is an interdisciplinary 18-unit certificate program providing an introduction to the field of institutional research.

This online program forms a solid base for those pursuing as well as starting a career in institutional research, who want to advance their knowledge.

The program is also for students and entry-level career professionals interested in exploring the discipline of institutional research.

Three online courses are included in the Certificate:

  • PSYC 550: Introduction to Institutional Research
    Overview of the field of institutional research, planning and assessment and data analysis
  • PSYC 551: Applied Research in Higher Education
    Quantitative and qualitative research methods to analyze institutional databases and assess university outcomes
  • PSYC 552: Diversity Research in Institutional Research
    Primary research in a university/institutional setting with required Institutional Review Board procedures, quantitative and qualitative research methods, statistical tools

The Certificate Program also includes three units of internship in an Institutional Research Office.

For further details,





Exercise Nutrition

An online certificate program for students and working professionals who wish to
expand their knowledge of the complex relationship between nutrition and exercise.

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CE Credits Online

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Online courses for educators

Interested in teaching at a college or university?

ONLINE CERTIFICATE IN FACULTY PREPARATION:
Teaching in Higher Education

This three-semester, 12-unit ONLINE certificate program introduces prospective and
current faculty to the teaching, learning and technology issues in the college classroom.

Courses are taken sequentially:

For course descriptions, schedule, deadlines, fees and more, visit the website or contact the College of eLearning & Extended Education at Humboldt State University: 707-826-3731 E-mail



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Online Certificate Course for Legal Secretary

   University edventures

Bird Awareness
Drawing of kestrel flying, and holding binoculars

Enjoy this annual summer birdwatching course!

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Study abroad with Extended Education!

Plan now for summer 2014! Earn credits and expand your horizons by moving out of the classroom, traveling and learning in one of these programs. Programs are open to students from other institutions and community members. Destinations include Belize, Greece, Ecuador, France, the Dominican Republic, China/Tibet and Costa Rica.

  Osher LIFElong learning institute (OLLI)

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
OLLI: Courses and events by and for those aged 50 and over

 

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