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Discover the 250 different courses we offer to people in prison, from beekeeping to book keeping, plumbing to Portuguese, up to degree level.
This course introduces the fundamentals of JavaScript Programming (an object-based, event-driven Web programming language) which tightly integrates with HTML and removes many of the constraints that have previously limited the web author's creativity. As the training programme progresses, the student's JavaScript skills are honed via interesting assignments which involve the development of a number of dynamic, interactive games such as the Minefield and Connect4 games.
The course consists of 10 lessons:
Entry Requirements: Students require a good knowledge of HTML Programming. This course assumes you have completed the Webmaster – HTML and CSS Course or have studied HTML to an equivalent level.
Assignments: You will be assessed on coursework which is detailed in the course materials. The coursework consists of individual web pages and a complete final website. Your work can be sent back to your course tutor by email or by post
Exams: None
Prison Support Requirements: Provide computer access; support submission of assignments; have appropriate browser installed to enable completion of assignments. If the CD-Rom is not possible to use, prisons can contact the supplier to request the course material in a downloadable file or a memory stick.
Tutor Support: Yes (12 months)
What’s Next? Webmaster Responsive Web Design, also from the Distance Learning Centre
Find Out More: From the DLC directly here
This course teaches students to design stunning responsive websites using the very latest HTML5 and CSS technologies. This course will teach you how to develop professional websites with an optimal viewing experience across a wide range of devices, from computer monitors, through laptops and tablets, to smartphones.
The course consists of ten lessons:
1. Introduction
2. Responsive Web Design
3. HTML5 Semantic Elements
4. Introduction to CSS3
5. Styling Content & Layout with CSS3
6. Styling Lists & Tables with CSS3
7. Stylish HTML5 Forms
8. Using CSS3 to Create Special Effects
9. Optimising & Organising your CSS3 Code
10. The Powerful HTML5 API’s
Entry Requirements: Students require a good knowledge of HTML Programming. This course assumes you have completed the Webmaster – HTML & CSS Course or have studied HTML to an equivalent level.
Assignments: You will be assessed on coursework which is detailed in the course materials. The coursework requires you to create and submit webpages as your assignments. Your work can be sent back to your course tutor by email or by post.
Exams: None
Prison Support Requirements: Provide computer access; support submission of assignments; have appropriate browser installed to enable completion of assignments. If the CD-Rom is not possible to use, prisons can contact the supplier to request the course material in a downloadable file or a memory stick.
Tutor Support: Yes (12 months)
What’s Next? Webmaster Javascript Web Design, also from the Distance Learning Centre
Find Out More: From the DLC here
This theory course is the natural progression route from the Coastal Skipper course. Students will learn about astro-navigation and worldwide meteorology.
This course consists of 13 lessons:
Entry Requirements: Applicants should have completed the RYA Coastal Skipper course, or have equivalent knowledge.
Assignments: Self-assessed within the workbook
Exams: One assessment paper – 2 hours long
Prison Support Requirements: Support completion and submission of coursework. No additional equipment is required, but access to a Portland plotter and divider are recommended.
Tutor Support: Yes
Find Out More: From the East Anglian Sea School here
This course provides an introduction to yoga - including the control of mind and body through breathing and gentle movement. As well as giving you a theoretical introduction, you will be guided through relevant exercises.
The course has 10 lessons:
Entry Requirements: Level 2 English
Assignments: 10, one at the end of each lesson
Exams: Self-Assessment test
Prison Support Requirements: Facilitating tutor support by sending off assignments
Tutor Support: Yes
What’s Next? Fitness Instructing Level 2 (Exercise to Music)
Find Out More: From BSY’s website directly
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