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Complimentary Courses & Seminars

In an ongoing effort to eliminate barriers to education and strengthen our global community’s connection to UCLA, we are proud to offer UCLAxOpen.

UCLAxOpen is your gateway to free personal enrichment and professional development through UCLA Extension.

Our complimentary online courses and seminars are thoughtfully designed to offer you timely and relevant lifelong learning opportunities.

*The courses offered below are numbered 700-799. These non-credit courses do not confer academic credit or continuing education units, and will not appear on student transcripts. Learn more about course numbers.

Design & Arts

 AI Evolution: How Conversational AI & AI-Generated Imagery are Transforming the Digital World
February 25
Explore the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence on our digital world, with a particular emphasis on conversational AI and AI-generated imagery.
 Masters of Design Cover Series
March 13
Join Visual Arts department director, Scott Hutchinson, and this quarter’s master cover designer to explore the inspiration for the current cover.

Education

 Navigating Power Struggles 
December 4
Learn strategies to identify and address power imbalances, foster inclusive environments, and guide children in developing healthy, respectful relationships.
 Developing Democracy through Children's Play 
January 9
Play is already a valuable tool for child development and focusing on the social and democratic aspects of play also promotes healthy, long-term mental health. Join us to exchange your observations and reflect on stories of childhood and play.
 STEM it UP! in Early Childhood Education 
January 13
Join us for a lively and very informative session on STEM in Early Childhood Education and take ideas and concepts right back to your classroom.
 Communication Skills for Early Childhood Educators in a Time of Collective Trauma 
January 27
This webinar addresses issues of communication facing early childhood educators in a time of collective trauma.
 Hands on Sciences in Early Childhood Education 
February 4
Learn how to teach practical science lessons to early childhood education students. This course will give an overview on how to introduce students to different science fields and motivate them to learn science.
 The Balancing Act
February 12
Learn strategies to help you thrive, not just survive, while balancing the demands of parenting and daily life.

Engineering & Digital Technology

 Understanding Blockchain--Seminar Series
December 4 or March 12
This free seminar series presents a variety of topics in the revolutionary new space of blockchain technology, such as AI, crypto, NFTs, and more. Join us live and engage with industry experts and influential guest speakers.
 Your Guide to IP Law and AI: Protecting IP Rights in the Age of Generative AI and Prompt Engineering
December 11
Harness cutting-edge AI technology without compromising your innovations. Join us for a transformative webinar that bridges the gap between artificial intelligence and intellectual property.
 Conversations with Tony Sager, Information Security Pioneer 
December 11
David Lam, Technical Management Program instructor, will lead a conversation on the early days of Information Security, offering rare insights into the very beginnings of Information Security, why it matters, and how you can use your Technology Management capabilities to make the world a better place.

Health Care

 Veganism & Plant-based Diets - Debunking Myths
January 10 or January 30
Curious about a vegan lifestyle, but not sure if it’s right for you? This course goes over some common misconceptions and myths, to provide you with clarity as you embark on your journey for the new year.
 Caregiving's Ripple Effect: Navigating Life, Love & Your New Normal
February 12
This one-hour workshop explores the far-reaching impact of caregiving on every aspect of life.

Osher Lifelong Learning

 The Music of Sergei Rachmaninoff
January 31 - March 7
Osher (50+). In this course we listen to and discuss the piano pieces, songs, and symphonic works of Rachmaninoff.
 Rebels in Frock Coats: Impressionism to Fauvism 
March 17
Osher (50+). In this course, we introduce the artists of the Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, Symbolist, and Fauvist periods.

Writing

 Showrunners and Show Writers 
December 7
Hear directly from successful TV writers and creators in this course that demystifies the industry and how to break in and stay in.
 Beyond Self-Esteem: 6 Fresh Hacks Around Writer's Block 
January 11
Explore techniques you can use to eliminate writer's block and get back to putting words on the page.
 Learning the Rules to Break the Rules in Poetry 
January 18
Discover the pleasures--and challenges--of writing poetry in traditional forms in this introductory course.
 Writing Climate Fiction 
January 18
Get an introduction to writing "CliFi," or fiction about climate change, in this workshop covering the opportunities and expectations of the genre.
 Building Your Brand as a Writer
January 25
Learn how to express what makes you and your writing voice unique in this professional development course devoted to articulating your "brand"--all the things you and your work stand for.
 Using Micro Memoirs to Tell Your Story
February 1
Learn to summarize your TV pilot in a succinct and tantalizing way that will appeal to studio decision makers.
 Consciousness 
February 1
Learn how various points of view in narration offer limitations and opportunities for you as a storyteller.
 Introduction to Picture Books
February 5
Learn how to start writing picture books in this basic workshop for absolute beginners.

 

 

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