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Intro to Public Speaking
NYC Career Centers See all classes by this school - Virtually Online
Conquer your fear and grow your communication skills through this interactive workshop, where you'll pick up practical techniques to communicate more effectively across various scenarios. Receive personalized guidance from experienced presenters to grow your comfort and effectiveness in public speaking.
Feb 3rd
10am–5pm ET
$399
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May 5th
10am–5pm ET
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Jul 28th
10am–5pm ET
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Oct 20th
10am–5pm ET
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Wed. Feb 3rd, 10am–5pm ET
(7 hours)
Business Writing Bootcamp
NYC Career Centers See all classes by this school - Virtually Online
Get fluent in effective business communication and sharpen your writing through the Business Writing Bootcamp. Learn essential grammar, how to write clear sentences, and how to create persuasive business documents for different audiences. Take your business writing further.
Dec 2nd
10am–5pm ET
Meets 3 Times
$695
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Jan 20th
10am–5pm ET
Meets 3 Times
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Mar 17th
10am–5pm ET
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May 26th
10am–5pm ET
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Jul 7th
10am–5pm ET
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Wed. Dec 2nd, 10am–5pm ET
(21 hours over 3 sessions)
Intro to Public Speaking
NYIM Training See all classes by this school - Virtually Online
Become a master communicator through this comprehensive workshop at NYIM Training. Learn practical techniques to communicate effectively, tailor your presentations to diverse audiences, and create compelling outlines and PowerPoint presentations with ease. Grow your comfort and effectiveness in public speaking through personalized guidance from experienced presenters.
Feb 3rd
10am–5pm ET
$399
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May 5th
10am–5pm ET
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Jul 28th
10am–5pm ET
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Wed. Feb 3rd, 10am–5pm ET
(7 hours)
One Pound Weight
Balance Arts Center See all classes by this school - Virtually Online
Build strength and muscle tone with intention and care using light weights in this precision-focused fitness class. Slow, controlled movements emphasize proper form and alignment throughout every exercise, making progress both effective and sustainable. Students gain practical physical awareness and insights that carry over directly into daily activities and long-term well-being.
Oct 27th
1–2:15pm ET
$20
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Nov 3rd
1–2:15pm ET
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Nov 10th
1–2:15pm ET
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Nov 17th
1–2:15pm ET
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Nov 24th
1–2:15pm ET
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Tue. Oct 27th, 1–2:15pm ET
(75 minutes)
Thomas Mann: The Magic Mountain
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school
Explore Thomas Mann’s modernist masterpiece through a close reading of its complex themes and philosophical questions. Examine the tensions between life and death, science and mysticism, and progress and tradition. Engage in thoughtful discussions about the novel’s characters, symbolism and historical context.
Nov 18th
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$355
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Wed. Nov 18th, 6:30–9:30pm ET
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
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Socialist Feminism: Sex and Gender in Theory and Practice
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Trace the roots of socialist feminism through the voices of early activists who questioned the intersection of gender, race, and class in revolutionary movements. Explore the vital role of women in shaping socialist theory and practice, and examine the lasting influence of their ideas on the discourse of historical materialism.
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Heidegger: Truth, Technology, and Poetry
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 30 Irving Pl, New York, NY
Sometime in the early 1930’s, Heidegger’s thought is supposed to have undergone a change. His philosophical project shifted from the “fundamental ontology” of his early work Being and Time—foundational to the development of wartime and post-war “existentialism”—to what he would come to describe as Seinsgeschichte—a “history of being.” Heidegger was interested in understanding how the meaning of being, what it means...
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Islamic Ethics: Philosophy, Theology, and Sharia Law
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Throughout the West, Islam is frequently presented as a powerful monolith, a civilizational threat, or an infection in the body politic. However, even a cursory glance at historical and contemporary materials reveals a long historical evolution in Muslim ethical thought and practice, which prompts questions of urgent contemporary relevance and dizzying scope: What is Sharia? Is it a rigid, 7th-century-based law, or an ethical system promoting the...
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Dreams and Dreaming: Philosophy, Psychology, and the Unconscious
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Explore the realm of dreams through the lenses of philosophy, psychology, and the unconscious in this interdisciplinary course. Discover how dreams have inspired artists, writers, and theorists, shedding light on the nature of reality and our connection to others. Delve into the works of Freud, Benjamin, Coleridge, and more as you unravel the profound connections between dreams and waking life.
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What is Economic Democracy?
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Explore the contours of economic democracy in this thought-provoking course. Delve into its implications, challenges, and potential alternatives to capitalism. From theoretical discussions to real-world examples, uncover the complexities of democratizing production and consumption in today's global economy.
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Palestinian Science Fiction: Aesthetics and the Anticolonial Imaginary
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Discover how Palestinian writers and filmmakers use speculative fiction to counter imperialist narratives and imagine anti-colonial futures. Through sci-fi, cyberpunk, and surrealism, this course explores themes of displacement, identity, and belonging, while examining new myths that challenge dominant political and cultural imaginaries.
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Downtown Music: Culture, Technology, and the American Avant-Garde
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Embark on a journey through the avant-garde sounds of downtown Manhattan. Discover the revolutionary music of Yoko Ono, La Monte Young, and their peers, challenging mainstream culture and institutionalized modernism. Uncover the complex intersections between music, culture, and technology, and explore how this vibrant movement continues to shape art and society today.
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Pascal’s Pensées: Philosophy, Theology, and Doubt
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Explore the brilliance and paradox of Blaise Pascal—a mathematician, mystic, and proto-existentialist—through his fragmented masterpiece, the Pensées. Delve into themes of faith, doubt, reason, and the human condition while examining his correspondence, polemics, and philosophical reflections. This course invites a deep engagement with Pascal’s enduring questions about belief, truth, and what it means to be human.
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Beyond Eros: the Philosophy and Politics of Love
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
What is love, and what might it mean for political life? This course explores love as a philosophical and political concept, tracing its evolution through classical, modern, and critical theory. From Plato to Baldwin, students will consider how love intersects with freedom, resistance, and solidarity in both private and public life.
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The Palestinian Intellectual Tradition: Theory and Commitment
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Examine the role of the intellectual in the context of colonial dispossession and political struggle, with a focus on the Palestinian experience. This course explores how writing becomes a mode of resistance, memory, and ethical engagement amid violence and exile, highlighting voices that navigate the tension between militant clarity and historical fracture.
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Mary Wollstonecraft: Feminism and Radical Philosophy
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Explore Mary Wollstonecraft’s revolutionary feminist philosophy, challenging societal norms with her seminal work, "A Vindication of the Rights of Women." Delve into her critique of patriarchy, her theories on education and morality, and her broader impact on Enlightenment thought. Discover how Wollstonecraft’s ideas continue to resonate in contemporary discussions of gender equality and social justice.
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Elizabeth Anscombe: Philosophy, Intention, and Morality
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Examine one of the most influential works in 20th-century philosophy through a close study of intention, action, and moral responsibility. Explore how descriptions of human action shape ethical judgment, and consider the debates Anscombe sparked that continue to influence moral philosophy today.
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Bell hooks: Race, Feminism, and Freedom
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Step into a groundbreaking rethinking of feminist thought through the writings of bell hooks, whose work reshapes how we understand identity, power, and liberation. Engage her bold critiques of sexism, racism, and class to uncover the limits of traditional feminist narratives. Through her radical insights, see how an oppositional worldview and a politics of love can open new pathways for resistance and social transformation.
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Finance: A Critical Introduction
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Examine how modern finance has evolved from basic credit systems into a force shaping economies, institutions, and social priorities worldwide. This course explores the historical foundations, theories, and power structures that define financial markets today. Through critical analysis, participants will investigate finance not as a neutral mechanism, but as a dynamic social institution intertwined with law, risk, and inequality.
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Composing the Century: American Musical Modernism
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Look at how American composers shaped a distinct modern musical voice amid global cultural change. The course traces the dialogue between European traditions, American folk influences, and Black modernisms such as jazz and blues. Through listening and critical discussion, uncover how music reflected and defined evolving ideas of American identity.
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