Course Description: This class follows the content presented in the first “Starting to Connect Your Family History” course and the second “Beyond Beginning Genealogy” course. Digital techniques for scanning, recording, documenting and preserving content will be explored, demonstrated, and shared. New strategies for researching, DNA testing and artificial intelligence queries will be introduced.

Notes: Class participants should be prepared to participate in the research of their family’s history by using the skills and techniques taught in the class.

Class Leader Bio(s): Ed Pfeifer is a retired classroom teacher, school administrator, curriculum coordinator, and Deputy Chief of Education for the Department of Defense Dependents Schools in the Pacific Area. He has been researching his family for more than twenty years.

Course Description: What does it mean when someone is sentenced to death in the US? Does the public support the death penalty as a legitimate punishment? This class will include a discussion of both moral and legal issues. Special attention will be paid to the purposes of handing out death sentences and whether those purposes are/have been met. Current topics as well as topics of interest to the class will be included.

Class Leader Bio(s): Dr. Kathy Johnson received a BS in 1987 and MS in 1989 in Criminal Justice from Illinois State University. Her PhD in Criminology is from Indiana University in Pennsylvania. She has been a faculty member in Criminology and Criminal Justice at UWF Classroom since August, 2000.

Course Description: You will learn songs as well as the fundamentals necessary to continue to progress with the instrument.

Notes: Students must bring to class an acoustic guitar w/guitar strap and the following Hal Leonard instruction book:Guitar Method Book 1By Will Schmid and Greg Koch. Make sure the edition states, “Audio Access Included” on the front cover. The book is available @ UpBeat Music, Playgound Music, and Amazon for about $15.

Class Leader Bio(s): Nick Barlotta has been playing guitar for over 30 years. It is a fantastic, expressive instrument. What can be better than helping others learn the instrument I love to play?

Course Description: We will look at all the problems arising from the period of African enslavement, 1619-1865. Afterward came the Jim Crow Laws and the Black Codes. I will give you information you never learned in a public school.This class will use two books, both by black journalists and historians, Isabell Wilkerson and Carol Anderson.

Class Leader Bio(s): Steven Duke has a BA and MA from UWF Classroom. After retiring from Allstate Insurance, he began working for the largest law firm in Fort Walton Beach. He enjoys writing, photography and doting on his grandchildren.

Course Description: Chair Yoga Vinyasa Flow is conducive to beginners or someone wishing to continue a gentle Hatha Yoga practice seated and/or standing with support of a chair. 7-week class.

Notes: This is a 7-week class meeting on January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21 and 28. You will need a sturdy chair such as a metal folding chair, a yoga mat, and electronics to connect to zoom including camera and microphone focused on yourself.

Class Leader Bio(s): Annette Seda has Yoga Alliance 200-HR RYT certification.

Course Description: If you have just purchased a drone, or are about to do so, this class is for you. Learn the different types of drones that are available and which one to buy for your needs. Learn how to fly a drone safely and stay within FAA regulations. The class will also provide tips on how to shoot video with a drone and edit it. Beginning classes will be conducted indoors with the Tello Drone. Students will be given the opportunity to fly more complex camera drones during outdoor class sessions. All drones will be provided for class use.

Class Leader Bio(s): Billy Walker has taught Video Processing and iPad classes at CLL for several years. He owns three drones and has been flying them for over five years. Walt Spodeck, an FAA licensed drone and commercial aircraft pilot will be the co-leader for this course. Walt owns 4 drones and has been flying them several years.

Course Description: This is a class for everyone that is interested in learning Spanish. The rules are being patient with yourself and having a passion for learning this language. I will focus on the beginner level, but I am flexible to increase the level if 100% of the class is on the same page. I would like everyone to learn the alphabet in Spanish prior to the classes. Here is a Youtube video that is a great guide: How To Pronounce Letters In Spanish

Notes: If you have a Spanish dictionary you can use it or your phone translator as well (this is not required). This will be a 6-8 week class, specific class dates will be determined at a later date.

Class Leader Bio(s): Maria Vanegas is 24 years old and is from Colombia. She studied Supply Chain Logistics for her bachelor’s degree. She has always loved to learn languages and speaks Italian and basic French, as well as English and her native Spanish. At a very young age she was happy to teach English to her friends who were struggling to learn it. She enjoys teaching others and it gives her joy. The Hispanic presence is growing in the United States and in the world in general and she wants to contribute her part to help with it.

Course Description: “What in the World is going on?!” This Great Decisions course will explore and discuss eight newsworthy topics.The class format will provide a brief intro and background of the topic, followed by class interaction and discussion.

Notes: Availability of reading and reference material, some at cost, will be discussed at first class.

Class Leader Bio(s): Charlie Walter’s background has been concentrated on teaching, group process and facilitation. He was a high school teacher, business trainer and safety guy.Ken Mulder’s background has concentrated on Project Management, Supply Chain Improvement and Customer Satisfaction Improvement.Charlie Walter and Mulder are long time participants at CLL and bring a wide array of experience to this effort.