| M311 | FLOWERING OF ISLAM | PETER STEVENSON |
| A history of the development of Islam, its religion, culture, science and philosophy from AD 500 until the rise of the Ottoman Empire (1453) with some comments on modern Islam. | ||
| Levy $3 | Max. 30 | |
| M312 | FRENCH | HILARY FAWCETT |
| Intermediate continuing course, content flexible in response to students' demands. Plenty of spoken French supported by revision and study of grammar. Sense of humour indispensable! No new members unless previous members leave the class. | ||
| Levy $5 | Max. 14 | |
| M313 | PLAY READING | BERNARD GILLON |
| As Bernard had gone North to Europe when the courses were being organised, we do not know which plays are to be studied. But we do know they will be good. | ||
| Max. 10 | ||
| M314 | LIFE ON EARTH | DAVID LEAMAN |
| This is the 'missing' chapter from my Thinking About the Earth course and is sure to prove contentious and challenging since it straddles philosophy-religion-geology-biology and considers some very difficult questions. Do not expect answers to every question. Topics to be discussed include What is life?, the fossil record, variation in species, evolution, genetics, the state of humans, whole earth interaction, life elsewhere and much more. Come along and argue, but not much. | ||
| M315 | LATIN 2 | MARGARET COLLIS |
| A continuing course, using Book 2 of the 'Cambridge Latin Course'. Emphasis is on translation from Latin. Each chapter of the book contains interesting articles about life, literature and locations in ancient times. Intending new class members should contact the tutor. No class 22 September. | ||
| M321 with M331 | MASCULINITY IN THE MOVIES | JACK LICKISS |
| Were the silent strong heroes from Gary Cooper to Clint Eastwood epitomizing the brutality that pervades American culture or men idealized as single-handedly confronting the bad guys and civilizing society? Were the great lovers of women really justifying male domination because women are seen as fickle creatures without real identity, or were they venerating women? Did the buddy films of Redford/Newman reflect hatred of women, or good old mate camaraderie? (continued in M331 entry) | ||
| M322 | COUNTRY DANCING | ALISON JONES |
| Social dancing which involves friendly co-operation as well as exercise. | ||
| Max. 26 | ||
| M323 | TASMANIA — A CELEBRATION | BARRY REYNOLDS |
| To commemorate the bicentenary of European settlement, this session will cover a variety of aspects of Tasmanian history, life and culture. Guest speakers will include Alison Alexander and Reg Watson, who both launch new books in September. A full list of speakers and topics is on the noticeboard. | ||
| M324 | GEMS AND GEMMOLOGY | JEWEL BERESFORD |
| The stones chosen for study will be decided by the course participants. Bring a magnifying glass if eyesight is poor. | ||
| Levy $2 | Max. 15 | |
| M325 | THE FASCINATION OF FAIRY STORIES | ROWENA MacKEAN |
| Why have fairy tales been popular for hundreds of years? And why are they called 'fairy' stories? We shall try to find the answers as we read some favourite tales. | ||
| Levy $2 | ||
| M326 was W315 | THINKING ABOUT WEIRD THINGS | FRED THORNETT |
| The program is designed to assist in gaining a better understanding of techniques for thinking about weird things. It will illustrate the difference between beliefs held on the basis of evidence and those held on non-rational grounds. | ||
| M331 with M321 | MASCULINITY IN THE MOVIES | JACK LICKISS |
| (continued from M321 entry) We will look at this interesting aspect of film history with discussion and relevant extracts from movies. It all sounds very serious but can be interesting and fun at the same time. | ||
| Max. 30 | ||
| M332 | REFRESHER FRENCH | ROSS BUTLER |
| A course for people who have studied French to School Certificate or through Adult Education, no matter how long ago. The course will revise pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and will include some reading. A continuation course. | ||
| M333 | WRITERS' WORKSHOP | GRAEME LINDRIDGE |
| An opportunity for those who enjoy writing (or would like to) to share their efforts — a mutual support and encouragement group with a light and friendly touch. | ||
| Max. 15 | ||
| M334 | HUMAN RIGHTS | HUGO McCANN |
| Recent events in our country and its borders raise urgent questions about human rights and natural justice. This program is designed to develop a shared inquiry into current understanding of human rights and by implication our understanding of justice. | ||
| M335 | LATIN 3 | MARGARET COLLIS |
| A continuing course, using Book 3 of the 'Cambridge Latin Course'. Emphasis is on translation from Latin. Each chapter of the book contains interesting articles about life, literature and locations in ancient times. Intending new class members should contact the tutor. | ||
| W311 | BEGINNER'S SPANISH | FRED SCHLUTER |
| A continuing course (second year). New students should have some basic knowledge of the language. Text: Bravo (OUP) [Linguist Bookshop, Sandy Bay Road] | ||
| Max. 12 | ||
| W312 | THE FIRST AUSTRALIANS | HELEN LAWRENCE ALBERT GOEDE |
| An overview of the arrival of the first humans to reach Australia; who they were, where they came from, what they found and how they adapted. | ||
| Max. 20 | ||
| W313 | WRITING YOUR LIFE — A CONTINUATION | JOAN CARR |
| We made a great start but 10 weeks was not long enough for a lifetime of memories. More emphasis this term on collecting and organising material, research, style, editing and preparing to publish. Returnees and newcomers all welcome. | ||
| Levy $1 | Max. 15 | |
| W314 | WOMEN RULERS IN A MAN'S WORLD | MAY BACKHOUSE |
| Women rulers from Cleopatra to Maria Theresa of Austria | ||
| W321 | TAI CHI | MARY NEWMAN |
| Tai Chi is a form of gentle moving meditation which improves one's general well-being. It helps one to develop physical flexibility, deepens breathing and supports greater concentration. | ||
| Max. 25 | ||
| W322 | INTERMEDIATE GERMAN | FRED SCHLUTER |
| A continuing course. The emphasis will be on conversation and simple translations. | ||
| Max. 12 | ||
| W323 | DISCUSSION GROUP | STAN MAJEWSKI |
| Controversy we are after! Pillars of wisdom shaken or strengthened. New angles discovered. Good, clean fun. | ||
| Max. 15 | ||
| W324 | CHESS | DON FARNELL |
| For beginners and those who wish to refresh their game. | ||
| W325 | READINGS IN BURNS, CHAUCER and OTHERS | SANDY PORTEOUS |
| We shall read poems by these great writers, with attention to all the formal properties of language, especially sounds and syntax. | ||
| W326 with M335 | LABORATORY WORK | NOELA FOXCROFT et al |
| An opportunity to carry out some simple scientific experiments for yourself. The course will be conducted in the Science Laboratory at Geilston Bay High School during sessions 2 and 3 — starting at 11.15 and finishing at 12.45. | ||
| Max. 18 | ||
| W331 | TAI CHI | MARY NEWMAN |
| Tai Chi is a form of gentle moving meditation which improves one's general well-being. It helps one to develop physical flexibility, deepens breathing and supports greater concentration. | ||
| Max. 25 | ||
| W332 | FACING THE MUSIC | CHRIS CARSON |
| Classical music:- introduction, knowledge and appreciation — by listening to recordings and non-technical discussion — covers major composers, history, trends (from mediaeval to 20th century). | ||
| W333 | BASIC JAPANESE | JOHN MILLER |
| Learn to read and write Japanese Kana. Grammar and sentence structure plus information on touring etc. Dictionary needed. | ||
| Levy $5 | Max. 12 | |
| W334 | LATIN 1 | KEN CARROLL |
| Third term of an introductory Latin course based largely on Book 1 of the 'Cambridge Latin Course'. We expect to finish the book in this term. Intending new students should contact the tutor. | ||
| Max. 8 | ||
| W335 with M326 | LABORATORY WORK | NOELA FOXCROFT et al |
| An opportunity to carry out some simple scientific experiments for yourself. The course will be conducted in the Science Laboratory at Geilston Bay High School during sessions 2 and 3 — starting at 11.15 and finishing at 12.45. | ||
| 0301 | WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP | KEITH WILLIAMS |
|
Thursdays 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Some knowledge of watercolour techniques would be helpful; however, Keith is quite happy to give guidance and support when required. New members are most welcome. | ||
| 0302 | TABLE TENNIS | MERV KERSHAW |
|
Tuesdays--1.30 to 3.30 or 10 to 11.30 depending on numbers. See the notice on the board, or contact Merv Kershaw | ||