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Maths

Maths is for life, not just for school

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Learning for life

Ways to look after your wellbeing as an unpaid carer

Author: April Cheung

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Arts and crafts

How to battle stress through art

Author: Priyanki Patel

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Thought of the week

Don’t pick a fight with Sir Isaac Newton

Author: Kay Field

Bridgerton WEA blog
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Learning for life

Bridgerton Vs. real life: how historically accurate is it?

Author: Kay Field

WEA thought of the week: 1816
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Thought of the week

1816: The year without a summer (that wasn’t all bad)

Author: Kay Field

Forming habits blog
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Learning for life

How to form a habit that lasts

Author: Kay Field

WEA thought of the week: homo sapiens
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Thought of the week

Why did Homo sapiens become the dominant human species?

Author: Kay Field

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Government

Keep adult learning in reach: tips on getting candidates to discuss adult education

Author: Chris Butcher

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WEA spotlight

Welcome to our new website!

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WEA Scotland

WEA Scotland Green Award 2023

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Events

Join our 'Tailored for Impact' webinar on 18 April

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Important announcement

Website and Learner Hub down for maintenance Sat 18th May

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CEO update

WEA welcomes Department for Education announcement on funding for courses which support confidence and wellbeing