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Post by misspatty on May 15, 2019 12:38:26 GMT -6
Would anyone here would be interested in taking this class with me and discussing here? It's free through Harvard EdX and I thought it sounded super fun! It's self-guided, so there's no pressure or timeline really. They also have other politically themed classes that might be cool to check out. www.edx.org/course/women-making-history-ten-objects-many-stories |
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Post by loony on May 15, 2019 12:40:37 GMT -6
I'm interested. I'm trying to snag an adjunct gig teaching history right now, so this would be an awesome refresher. (and interesting topic).
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Post by notblanche on May 15, 2019 12:43:21 GMT -6
Yes I absolutely want to do this.
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Post by byjove on May 15, 2019 14:01:50 GMT -6
I’m possibly interested. How does it work? Is it watching recorded lectures?
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Post by misspatty on May 15, 2019 14:22:11 GMT -6
I’m possibly interested. How does it work? Is it watching recorded lectures? I actually signed up for another course as well, and this is what the introduction says. I assume they're all a little different, though. This course is self-paced, so you can learn when it suits you. Each section includes new learning videos, discussions, quizzes, and interactive elements. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to engage in learning activities, and engage in the discussion forum. Videos are 1-7 minutes long, and include instructional videos, interviews, animations, speech readings and student performances. Quizzes offer a chance for you to check your understanding of key concepts and information in the learning. These offer immediate feedback and your overall score will continue to grow as you progress through the course. Discussions are often the key to success, and therefore we have a number of discussions throughout the course. Your participation in each discussion will contribute to your overall grade. We encourage you to engage regularly in the discussion forum by answering and responding in the discussion topics within each section. In Section 5 we have included an assignment which will allow you to put together all of your learning throughout the course. To keep the course fun and engaging, we have included interactive activities, and have provided further resources, where appropriate. |
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Post by blurnette989 on May 15, 2019 14:43:11 GMT -6
I'm interested for sure
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on May 15, 2019 15:26:04 GMT -6
I am interested!
ETA: I am enrolled.
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Post by coconutbacon on May 15, 2019 15:40:53 GMT -6
Interested!
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Post by cakewench on May 15, 2019 17:27:34 GMT -6
Sounds fun
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Post by dc2london on May 16, 2019 5:09:52 GMT -6
Me me me!
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Post by notblanche on May 16, 2019 6:08:15 GMT -6
I am enrolled. misspatty what other course did you sign up for? |
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Post by misspatty on May 16, 2019 6:12:23 GMT -6
I am enrolled. misspatty what other course did you sign up for? It's not politics related so I'm not sure it belongs on this board... but if anyone wants to join me, let me know! I'm ridiculously excited about it. |
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Post by misspatty on May 16, 2019 6:13:29 GMT -6
I was thinking I would make a weekly thread starting on Wednesdays to discuss, but I'm open to other suggestions! Anyone interested should probably sign up in the next couple of days.
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Post by notblanche on May 16, 2019 6:15:50 GMT -6
I am enrolled. misspatty what other course did you sign up for? It's not politics related so I'm not sure it belongs on this board... but if anyone wants to join me, let me know! I'm ridiculously excited about it. I glanced at the lit class offerings but omg I looove this. I'm going to sign up for that one too. |
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Post by blurnette989 on May 16, 2019 8:52:42 GMT -6
I am enrolled. misspatty what other course did you sign up for? It's not politics related so I'm not sure it belongs on this board... but if anyone wants to join me, let me know! I'm ridiculously excited about it. Awww. My professor of Shakespeare died this past year. He was brilliant and all over the place, but a great professor. |
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Post by enchanted on May 16, 2019 18:46:48 GMT -6
Signed up for both.  |
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Post by loony on May 16, 2019 19:21:12 GMT -6
I signed up for the women.
I was looking at data analytics, because it matches a hole in my current job performance and my company will pay for the certs!
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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2019 19:57:11 GMT -6
I absolutely want to do this! Will sign up tomorrow!
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on May 17, 2019 10:29:48 GMT -6
I've completed the first object lesson in the women's history course, when do we get to discuss? :-) It's a slow day at work here.
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Post by misspatty on May 17, 2019 10:43:33 GMT -6
I've completed the first object lesson in the women's history course, when do we get to discuss? :-) It's a slow day at work here. I was going to give people a few days, but I'm not The Boss so you can start whenever! |
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on May 17, 2019 10:51:29 GMT -6
I've completed the first object lesson in the women's history course, when do we get to discuss? :-) It's a slow day at work here. I was going to give people a few days, but I'm not The Boss so you can start whenever! No you're right, I can wait until Monday. :-) |
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Post by blurnette989 on May 17, 2019 12:01:57 GMT -6
I was going to give people a few days, but I'm not The Boss so you can start whenever! No you're right, I can wait until Monday. :-) Should we start a new thread then? I’m going to try to do the initial readings tomorrow on the train then flight home. |
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on May 17, 2019 12:09:09 GMT -6
No you're right, I can wait until Monday. :-) Should we start a new thread then? I’m going to try to do the initial readings tomorrow on the train then Yeah, I was even thinking we could have a separate thread for each object, so people who are coming to each discussion a bit later aren't "spoiled". |
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Post by misspatty on May 17, 2019 12:11:58 GMT -6
Should we start a new thread then? I’m going to try to do the initial readings tomorrow on the train then Yeah, I was even thinking we could have a separate thread for each object, so people who are coming to each discussion a bit later aren't "spoiled". That's what I was hoping to do as well. Sounds like a plan to me! |
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Post by cnf on May 18, 2019 6:10:40 GMT -6
I registered!
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