WINTER/SPRING 2009
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SPORTS WRITING IN AMERICA: THE RISE & FALL, 1918-2008 ~ a series of lectures by William N. (Bill) Wallace: Follow the evolution of sports writing from the time of Babe Ruth in Boston. Learn how sports writing became literature; how and why it attracts so many talented wordsmiths; and how it suffered due to the ravages of television and the digital revolution. Mr. Wallace will examine how the heroism, humor, innocence and deceit of sports reflect our culture and society. He will reflect upon the effect of changes in technology during his career and share the tools he used to advance from a hack to a prize-winning writer. He will recount the good times and the not so good times, as well as stories of the memorable personalities he encountered. Each session will include a Q & A at the end. 

4 Sessions

SHS

7:30-9:00 p.m.

$49

#423a

Tuesday, Feb. 3-Mar. 3

#423b

Monday, Apr. 27-May 18

William N. (Bill) Wallace was a sportswriter for New York newspapers for 50 years, the last 35 for The New York Times.
 

#054 UNIQUE VOICE?  CURIOUS ABOUT VOICE OVER?  Co-sponsored with Edge Studio ~ Interested in audiobooks, cartoons, documentaries, commercials, website narration? This straight forward, current and highly educational class is eye (and ear) opening for those interested in voice-over. By guiding you in finding your vocal strengths, you can better determine the sectors of voice-over most marketable for you. This class reviews the industry, marketing and vocal training, including demo information, trends, agents and production. Read and record voice over copy, choose from commercial or narration. We welcome questions. Is voice-over for you? Help find out. Limit 15.  (Instructor, David Goldberg)
Monday, Mar. 9        7:00-9:00 p.m.          SHS      $69
David Goldberg began Edge Production Studios in 1988, and works with voice-talent as both private instructor and producer.  He has produced and engineered for such renowned clients as Cosmopolitan, Nickelodeon, Duracell, Gatorade, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Special Olympics, Gillette, Fila USA, The United Nations, GE Corporation, Pitney Bowes, IBM, The US Postal Service, Scholastic, and many others.  He has also trained top radio celebrities.  Visit www.edgestudio.com for more information. 

#228 TEACHER SUBSTITUTE 10 HOUR TRAINING PROGRAM ~ Participate in this 10 hour training conducted by experienced professional educators. This program, developed by Utah State University, focuses on preparation for work as a substitute in public or private school settings. Topics to be covered: management of student behavior, approaches to teaching, fill-in activities, and more. The class will be interactive and include real life scenarios. A certificate will be given to those who attend at least 8 of the 10 hours.  (Instructor, Sarah Lombard)
5 Sessions           Mar. 3-31                  SHS                             
Tuesday               6:30-8:30 p.m.        $85

#062 LAUNCHING A WEBSITE ~ For those of you who have a website or are considering creating one, we will discuss the processes including do-it-yourself or hiring a professional.  If you want to do it on your own, learn about software and the skills you need to know.  If hiring a firm, learn about the advantages and disadvantages of local freelancers, and local and off shore businesses.  Learn about the value of SEO (search engine optimization). (Instructor, Alan Weaver)
Tuesday, Feb. 10    7:00-9:00 p.m.    SHS   $49

ONLINE COURSES WITH ed2go ~ Westport Continuing Education has partnered with ed2go to offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the internet. 

Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast and convenient.  All of the courses are taught by expert instructors.  Take courses from the comfort of your home or office at the times that are most convenient for you.  You can ask questions and give or receive advice at any time during the course.  Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to download a certificate of completion. 

For more information about our online course offerings, click on the ed2go link. 

Among the categories of course offerings are:
 Computer Applications
The Internet
Networking
Web Page Design
Graphic Design
Career Ideas
Personal Finance
Personal Enrichment
Arts/Music
Writing & Publishing
… and much more!!

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