Human Development and Relations

HUMDEV E10 U.S. Custom and Language

Learn how Americans live and speak. Learn how American culture works.

9806 3:30p–4:20p   Mon, Wed   WISE ADULT CNTR   Dahlia Quiñones

This course is designed for those who are unfamiliar with American culture and institutions.

HUMDEV E15 Senior Studies – THEATER – History of Comedy

Study theatrical periods, methods and style and their impact on the community they entertain.

9807 9a–10:50a   Wed   1227 #409   John Achorn

History of comedy: A look at comedy in theater, literature, film and music from the beginnings of recorded civilization to the present.

HUMDEV E17 Senior Seminar – Music

Discover the influences and connections between ideas, values and concepts to expand your understanding of a variety of topics.

9808 4:30p–6:20p   Thu   1227 #107   James Peterson

Vocal and instrumental performances interspersed with comments by artists and students. Experience the development of eclectic musical forms with influences from around the world. Dates to be announced when performers’ schedules are confirmed. This course is endowed in memory of Luisa R. G. Kot.

HUMDEV E21 Life Experience

Come review your life and experiences.

9809 11a–12:50p   Wed   1227 #409   Archie Barkan

Yiddish and Jewish life: Customs, culture, roots, and current events will bring a 1,000–year–old culture and lifestyle into the present context.

HUMDEV E24 Bereavement Support

Receive encouragement and moral support in a small group setting.

9810 12p–1:50p   Tue   1227 #410   Phyllis Press

Section for continuing students. Encouragement and support offered in a small group setting guided by an experienced counselor.

9811 10a–11:50a   Tue   1227 #410   Phyllis Press

Section for NEW students.

HUMDEV E25 Dealing with Hearing Impairment

Focus on the enhancement of communications skills and learning to live with hearing impairment. Includes study of speech, lip reading, body language and auditory clues.

9812 12:30p–2:20p   Tue   1227 #407   Lois Frand

Starts week two. This course is for improving the communications skills of the hearing–impaired through lip reading and oral techniques.

HUMDEV E27 Enhancing Memory Skills

Special topics of interest to Emeritus students are explored and discussed.

9813 10a–11:50a   Tue   1227 #407   Lois Frand

Starts week two. Learn activities that keep the brain alive and active through mental aerobics; right & left–brain tasks.

9814 12:30p–2:20p   Wed   1227 #407   Lois Frand

Starts week two.

9881 10a–11:50a   Fri   1227 #408   Lynn Dvison

Eight–week class. Learn how memory works and what normal changes are due to the aging process. Explore your attitudes and beliefs about memory. Discover techniques to improve memory and ways to maintain and improve existing memory skills based upon research.

HUMDEV E28 Aphasic Speech

Increase your ability to interact with others by practicing with a computer. Designed for people with brain injuries such as stroke.

9815 1:30p–3:20p   Wed   1227 #208   Louise Feinberg

Specialized computer software is introduced to those with speech impairment due to aphasia. Contact the SMC Disabled Student Center for information, (310) 434–4442.

HUMDEV E50 Pathfinders

Pathfinders’ Speech: Cope with the effects of stroke or other brain damage on your speech. Get group support and professional help beyond hospital or private therapy. Students attend only one of the two meeting times per section. Partners may also participate.

9816 10:30a–11:45a & 12p–1:15p   Wed   1227 #410   Louise Feinberg

9817 10:30a–11:45a and 12p–1:15p   Wed   1227 #408    Rosalyn Krissman

Partners may participate in the 10:30 session.

PSYCH E03 Grandparenting

Relearn and improve your parenting skills for your grandchildren.

9872 5p–6:50p   Wed   VIRGINIA PARK   Dahlia Quiñones

Grandparents and parents are taught skills that can be used to help keep students in school. Taught in Spanish. Meets in the Park Center, Conference Room.

PSYCH E33 Living As a Single Person

Learn about successful choices as a single person.

9873 11a–12:50p   Mon   1227 #407   Phyllis Press

Learn strategies for successful single living. Discuss concrete and abstract issues of divorce, loneliness, and coping with changes in life style.

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