August 2009 Literacy Letter

Seek Education and Lifelong Learning, was the August Visiting Teaching Message. Elder Robert D. Hales of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, said "Lifelong learning is essential to the vitality human mind, body, and soul. It enhances self-worth and self-actuation. Lifelong learning is invigorating mentally and is a great defense against aging, depression, and self-doubt." (The Journey of Lifelong Learning," in Brigham Young University 2008-2009 Speeches.

Many thanks to the Winchester Hills II ward for the following list of educational resources:
BYU Independent Study
http://elearn.byu.edu

BYU Continuing Education Free Courses
http://ce.byu.edu/is/site/courses/freecourses.cfm
BYU Personal Enrichment Courses are also linked here, and the list is extensive.

Dixie State College Institute for Continued Learning
www.dixie.edu/com/icl
Only $40.00 for all the classes, all year long.

Dixie State College Courses
http://new.dixie.edu/online/

Dixie State College/Washington County School District/St.
George City Community Education
http://ce.dixie.edu
Go here and click on "Register for a class" then click "online catalog" to see a list of classes offered.