Open Access Educational Tools & Resources

Access and Opportunity

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

UCLAxOpen is your gateway to no-cost personal enrichment and professional development courses and seminars offered via UCLA Extension.

These complimentary online courses and seminars are designed to provide timely and relevant lifelong learning opportunities, bringing UCLAx to the world.

Note: 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.

 

Business

 Leading with Authenticity: Creating Your Brand and Serving Your Audience
November 7
Join Dr. Sharon Lamm-Hartman on a journey to unlock your unique potential through "The Authenticity Code™." Learn to craft your Authentic Brand Statement and master Style Recognition to elevate your influence and presence in any setting.
 Demystifying AI: A Business Leader’s Guide 
November 13
Join us for a comprehensive webinar exploring the role and evolution of artificial intelligence in the business world. We'll discuss real-world examples of AI's transformative impact on industries and address its current limitations and the irreplaceable value of human judgment.
 Restaurant Industry Webinar: Supply Chain Management, Support for Fiscal Sustainability
November 14
This panel will cover how supply chain management and suppliers can improve efficiency and value in cost of goods sold without affecting guest experience or brand standards.

Design & Arts

 Masters of Design Cover Series
November 5 or March 13
Join Visual Arts department director, Scott Hutchinson, and this quarter’s master cover designer to explore the inspiration for the current cover.
 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.

Education

 Sleep Habits & Routines for Children 2+
November 13
Enhance your skills and knowledge to support the development of healthy sleep habits in the little ones you care for.
 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.

Engineering & Digital Technology

 Conversations with Tony Sager, Information Security Pioneer 
November 7 or 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.
 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.

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.

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

 Proofreading Clinic
November 7
Learn professional proofreading techniques and notations in this interactive seminar demonstrating how to ensure your script says what it needs to say in the best way possible.
 Using Micro Memoirs to Tell Your Story
November 9 or February 1
Learn to summarize your TV pilot in a succinct and tantalizing way that will appeal to studio decision makers.
 Veteran Writers' Workshop 
November 9
Practice expressing your experiences as a member of the military or military family in a variety of formats and genres.
 Perfecting the Pitch 
November 12
Learn to summarize your TV pilot in a succinct and tantalizing way that will appeal to studio decision makers.
 Queer Experiments in Memoir
November 16
Explore alternatives to traditional literary forms to locate new entry points for capturing queer life in queer ways.
 The Black Television Renaissance
November 16
Dive into the history of television by and for Black audiences to empower the future of Black voices and stories.
 How to use ChatGPT, Meditation and Surrealism to Unlock Your Creativity
November 23
Discover how AI and meditation can act as conduits for your own creativity by inspiring you with unexpected connections and ideas.
 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.

 

 

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