w"..w w w ,w -7w IIW . Intermediate Photography Intended for those who have taken our Photographyfor Beginners, or who have had comparable experience with ~-an adjustable camera. Because most of the course deals with the content of photographs, rather than mechanics, it will also be useful for more experienced photographers. Topics include: concepts of slide and print quality, improving film exposures composing pictures, constructive evaluation of student slides and prints, critical examination of original prints by master photographers, deciding w.whether or not to do darkroom work, locating sources of help, and miscellaneous tips. P1610. 5sessions. $38. Reduced fees apply. (Campus Area) M 7-9 p.m. (Jan. 23-Feb. 20). Instructor: Howard Bond is an internationally known photographic artist whose photographs are shown in museums and galleries in Europe and America. His workshops attract students from Canada and throughout the United States. Photographic Lighting This introduction to the crucial skills of lighting will give beginning and intermediate photographers greater control over their medium, as well as more understanding in "reading" the photographs of others. The course covers all types of lighting techniques for still photography. The uses of daylight and artificial light on a variety of subjects for specific effects and methods of manipulating light for specific purposes will be studied through lecture, demonstration, and assignments. Students must bring their own cameras, but lighting equipment *will be provided during class meetings. P1609. 6 sessions. $42. Limited. (Campus Area) T7:15-9:15 p.m. (Jan 24-Feb. 28). Instructor: Frederick H. rudder is a professional commercial photographer and photographic instructor. Reading and Writing Reaching Your Potential as a Writer ses How to write: 1. Get a blank sheet of paper. 2. Start writing. An oversimplification? Perhaps not. There may be much to learn about technique, but the essence of writing is writing. Therefore, this course requires you to write every week. Expect to complete a short story or other project of your choice. Most class time is spent reading and discussing your work. The workshop also focuses on techniques for breaking through writing blocks. We'll consider: examining attitudes and assumptions; developing an attitude of success; setting goals; getting, remembering, and recording ideas; and techniques for making your creativity accessible. R1802. 10 sessions. $65. Reduced fees apply. (Campus Area) T 7-9 p.m. (Jan. 24-Mar. 27). Instructor: Steve Bhaerman has been a professional writer and teacher for over twelve years. He was formerly editor of Pathways magazine, and is co- author of No Particular Place to Go: Making of a Free High School. Rapid Reading Do you read best sellers, textbooks and occupational manuals in essentially the same way? If so, this course provides a much more productive approach. Our specific reading improvement methods are guaranteed to increase your reading rate to five times your present level, with equal or better comprehension. Course highlights include: use of your own materials, specialized approaches for pleasure vs. informational reading, improvement of content understanding and recall, elimination of the subvocalization habit, development of vocabulary-building skills, and application of skills during class time. The first session, a FREE one-hour preview, allows time for questions about course rationale, student commitment, and expected results. The full fee is due prior to the second class. R1801. 8 sessions plus free preview. $130. (Campus Area) M 7-10 p.m. (Jan. 30-Mar. 19). FREE PREVIEW: M 7-8 p.m. (Jan. 23) Instructor: Reading Institute staff, under the direction of Elaine Connelly, M.A., Education. Effective Business Writing Improving your general writing skills and specific business communication skills can help you climb the ladder of success. Subjects included in this program are: Writing inter-office communications: memos, intructions, summaries, and "problem letters" Writing business letters: responding to requests or complaints Preparing reports: gathering data and summarizing information Analyzing audiences and choosing tone Building better sentences Sequencing information Editing for coherence Participants are encouraged to bring in letters and memos for practice, and to raise questions relating to circumstances specific to their individual workplace. R1810. 6 sessions. $60. Limited (Campus Area) Th 7:30-9 p.m. (Feb. 10- Mar. 17). Instructor: Laura Roop is the Director of the Writer's Workshop at the Reading and Learning Skills Center, U- M Writing from the Right Side of the Brain Use right-brain techniques to liberate the creative writing powers within! Based on methods developed in current best sellers The Creative Journal (Capacchione) and Writing te Natural Way (Rico). Eliminate writer's block and fear of writing while discovering new freedom to express and incorporate feelings, memories, and subconscious images in your creative writing. R1809. 1 session. $40. Reduced fees apply. (Campus Area) Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Feb. 11. Instructor: Kay Gould-Caskey is the owner/director of the Kay Gould School of Art and has been teaching art and helping people break through creative blocks since 1971. Computers An Introduction to Programming In BASIC Participants are taught how to use the computer as a problem solving tool; that is, how to analyze a problem and how to design, write, test, debug, and document a computer program to solve the problem. The programming language for this course is BASIC - an easy-to-learn language which is available on a wide variety of computers. Enrollees are also introduced to the standard data types and control structures of BASIC, and will have a chance to enter and run actual programs on a computer during laboratory sessions. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This course is designed for the beginning programmer and does not require any previous exposure to computers or computer programming. C313, INTRODUCTION - BASIC. 8 sessions. $68. Limited. (617 E. University, #260) M 7-9 p.m. (Jan. 23- Mar. 19. No class Feb. 20). C313a. INTRODUCTION - BASIC. 8 sessions. $68. Limited. (617 E. University, #260) Sat. 10 a.m.-12 noon (Jan. 28-Mar. 24. No class Feb. 25). Instructor: Chuck Dunlop, Ph. D., is Chairperson of the Philosophy Dept.., U- M Flint. Related to his interest in programming is his twelve years of experience teaching analytic reasoning courses for U-M Introduction to Microcompuers for Home Use This overview to the use of V r a . . " r microcomputers in the home includes topics such as word processing, mailing lists, filing systems, games, and education. Major features of microcomputers are discussed. Various computers are compared and a variety of software packages are presented. A logical decision-making process for selecting a microcomputerfor home use - what features to look for and how much to spend - is also discussed. Finally, the seminar also focuses on specifying user requirements. Handouts provided. J1004. 2 sessions. $20 Reduced fees apply. (617 E. University, Rrn. 260) T 7-9 p.m. (Jan. 24-Jan. 31). Instructor: RoberttSeltzer has been involved with computers and data processing for over 10 years at U-M. As assistant director of Undergraduate Admissions, he is currently responsible for data management and research on incoming students. He is also a local private computer consultant. Introduction to Microcomputers for Small Businesses This overview to the use of microcomputers in small businesses. include topics such as word processing, mailing lists, accounting packages, filing systems, data base management systems, and management information systems. Major features of microcomputers are discussed. Various computers are compared and a variety of software packages are presented. A logical decision-making process for selecting a microcomputer for business use - features to look for and how much to spend is also discussed. Finally, the seminar also focuses on specifying user requirements. Handouts provided. J1005. 2 sessions. $20. Reduced fees apply. (617 E. University, Rm. 260) W 7- 9 p.m. (Jan. 25-Feb. .1). Instructor: Robert Seltzer. See Introduction to Microcomputers for Home Use for more details. Business and Finance Personal Financial Planning Developing a financial plan now, can lead to a future of financial security. In this class you begin by identifying your goals, analyzing your current situation, and considering your alternatives. You then learn how to organize your objectives and set realistic goals in relation to personal risk, capital accumulation, financial independence or retirement planning, reducing tax costs, and investment management.- Specific topics covered are "four corner" philosophy, cash reserves management, insurance (life, auto, home, health, and disability), capital needs analysis, income tax reduction (including I.R.A.'s), estate planning and wills, and capital accumulation and basic investment principles such as: - Compound interest - Tax and inflationrimpact - Forms of investment - Risk/return spectrum - Diversification - Specific investments - Fixed income .s mq or Strumming and Humming for Beginners ... He can make you love, he can make you cry, he can bring you down, he'll get you high . . ." Da vid Gates (The Guitar Man) It you have ever looked on with awe, delight, and at least a little touch of env v as musicians instantaneously transform the energy of a gathering to one more suited to their taste, then now is an excellent time to begin obtaining the skills and know-how that could enable YOU to freely express YOUR inner moods and states in rhythms and songs. A nd what better instrument to do this on than the highly versatile and portable guitar. Intended for beginners (or guitar dropouts), this course focuses on using the guitar to accompany the voice. By the end you will know all the basic chords and be able to play and sing at least 5-10 songs. Besides just strumming, you are gently introduced to flat and finger picking. You also become familiar with such acoustic styles as folk, pop, bluegrass, and blues. And besides just humming. you learn some basic music theory, and work with ear training to help find the perfect keys for your vocal range. Opportunities also exist to play in trios, duos, and even solo. Demonstrations, in-class practice, and individual coaching are featured. Bring guitar and note-taking materials. All music provided. A cassette recorder (with batteries) is also very helpful. M1314. INTRODUCTION. 8 sessions. $56. Limited. (Campus Area) T 6-7:45 p.m. (Jan. 24-Mar. 13). Instructor: Julie Austin's background is a rare combination of classical music training from Oakland University, Mexico City, and Switzerland; jazz training from the Naropa Institute in Boulder, Colorado: a warm personal style; and over 16 years experience as a teacher and performer in such diverse categories as classical, folk, bluegrass, swing, rock, pop, and blues. Strumming and Humming for Beginners (Continuation Level) Group guitar/voice for those with basic chord knowledge. Focus is on repetoire development, bar chords, more advanced finger and flat picking, playing by ear, solo and group performance (some times accompanied by guest instrumentalists), and harmony singing. M1316. CONTINUATION. 8sessions. $56. Limited. (Campus Area) T 8-9:45 p.m. (Jan. 24-Mar. 13). Instructor: Julie Austin. See Strumming and Humming for Beginners for more details. Listening to Concert Music If you want to broaden your taste in musical styles and learn more about how to listen to music, then this course is intended for you. Basic elements of music are defined and illustrated by examples from many styles. The main forms in Western Art Music are discussed the symphony, opera, chamber music , and so on. Listening skills are emphasized. No previous musical background is necessary. M1317. 8 sessions. $56. Reduced fees apply. (Campus Area) Th 7:30-9:30 p.m (Jan. 26-Mar. 22.:No class Feb. 23). Instructor: Esther Rothenbusch is a doctoral student in Musicology U-M. Discovering the Natural Musician Within Even if you've always thought that the satisfaction of playing music was beyond your reach, you can still choose to awaken your natural musical abilities. The workshop provides a safe supportive environment which enables both musicians and non-musicians alike to playfully explore and tap their vast undeveloped musical potential. This enjoyable group experience involves both the mind and body and opens up the expression of the voice and emotions. Participants are provided with a wide variety of musical instruments and encouraged to make playing music a part of their everyday life. M1318. I session. $30. Reduced fees apply. (Campus Area) Sat. 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. (Jan. 28). Instructors: Will Vukin and Laurel Emrys are both professional musicians performing with the group Full Circle. Will has been.teaching guitar, flute, dulcimer, recorder and voice to individuals and groups since 1976. Laurel's instruments are the piano, guitar. and harp. Personal Growth and Development Effective Communication at Home and Work: An Experiential Approach Do you ever find yourself being misunderstood? Do you ever have trouble getting the things that you want? Are your business or personal relationships not meeting your needs? Could your speaking or listening skills use some improvement? In this class you will examine new ways to communicate more effectively, act assertively, and behave appropriately in a variety of social and business interactions. Through lecture- discussions, games, and simulation exercises, we explore: Empathic listening - Body language Interpersonal values Interactions in the workplace *Communicating personal needs Personal rights Different communication styles - New social behaviors H808: 7 sessions. $60. Reduced fees apply. (Campus Area) W 7-9:30 p.m. (Jan. 25-Mar. 7). Instructors: Georgie T. Ferris is former Director of Experiental Programs, Psychology Department, U- M. Catherine L. Lilly, M.S.W., U-M, is a local consultant and trainer who also works with groups, individuals, and couples in private practice. Effective Communication at Home and Work (Continuation Level) An opportunity for previous members of Effective Communication at Home and Work to do more in-depth study of their individual communication patterns, strengths, and weaknesses. By using the framework of the Agenda- Agreement Model (as developed in the earlier class), participants learn to improve listening and speaking skills. And by using video equipment, feedback on specific student-raised issues is more effectively given. No admittance to anyone who does not attend the first session, This workshop may be repeated. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Those who have taken Effective Communication at Home and Work. or others with permission of the instructors, H819. 5 sessions. $55. Limited to 12. rCampus Area) Th 7-9:30 p.m. (Jan. 26- Feb. 23). Instructors: Georgie Ferris and Catherine Lilly. See Effective Communication at Home and Work for more details. Managing Your Time More Effectively Do you feel overcommitted? Under pressure? Constantly behind schedule in the important tasks you want to accomplish? The few hours you invest in this course, designed especially for busy people with multiple responsibilities, will pay off many times over. You will learn: Where the time "goes". How to use it more productively by setting priorities, planning ahead and establishing short-range and long- range goals. How to identify and eliminate personal time-wasters.; reduce clutter; delegate effectively; control distractions and interruptions. How to deal with indecision, worry, guilt, perfectionism and other time- draining. hangups, with a five-step plan for overcoming procrastination forever. - How to minimize paperwork, housework, errands and other routine tasks and create true "quality time" for family, career and personal goals. i i I i I 1 i I i ,.,.