Basic Line Dancing
Learn basic line dance steps and simple dances in this fun fitness class. Partners and experience are NOT necessary, but comfortable shoes are. Bill Bovard has been teaching dance – line dancing, country and western, ballroom – for many years. He started teaching line dancing at GCCC in 1995. Section: 0520 Room: Wellness Center, Room 133 Limit: 20
Beginning Italic Calligraphy
Learn how to write basic Italic Calligraphy – a simple, elegant form of calligraphy. Class projects will include bookmarks and envelopes. Materials needed are: (1) Calligraphy pen (suggested: Elegant Writer felt tip – medium and/or broad point) and (2) Pad of tracing paper. Bring $5 to first class to purchase workbook. Rhonda Blankenship is a music teacher and guidance counselor at St. John’s School. She has taken various calligraphy classes and continues to pursue her love of calligraphy. Section: 0521 Room: Student Union West, Room 350 Limit: 20
Car Maintenance 101
This course explains in simple everyday language how to operate, service and maintain today’s electronically controlled cars. Topics include: the do’s and don’ts in funding a competent repair shop, questions you need to ask BEFORE work is started on your vehicle, the pros and cons of using synthetic fluids, and mileage effects on using certain oils. Also, get a full explanation of what those yellow and red lights on your dash mean. James Morris is an ASE Master L-1 Certified Technician with over 35 years experience maintaining import and domestic vehicles. His radio show on Fox News Radio 94.5 has been helping the do-it-yourselfer as well as the professional technician since 1998. Section: 0522 Room: Student Union East, Room 243 Limit: 40
Celebrating Family with PowerPoint 2007 Prerequisite: Computer - Beyond Basics or equivalent experience. Bring your family pictures and imagination and create a slide show celebrating a family reunion, birthday, anniversary or memories of a loved one. A flash drive is needed for class. RoseMarie Anderson began teaching computer lessons in 1995 with the opening of her Computer Learning Center in Panama City. She currently teaches Microsoft programs at Bay Medical Center for employees and Bay Med Plus members. Section: 0523 Room: Student Union West, Room 266 Limit: 20
Computer – Beyond Basics Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience. This course will focus on the essentials of Microsoft Windows, including sharing data between multiple programs, saving and retrieving documents, customizing screen savers and colors, and controlling the size of Windows. Trish Davis has 22 years experience as a Computer Science Instructor and has extensive practical experience. She uses a variety of techniques to ensure each student is provided with effective hands-on experiences. Section: 0524 Room: Student Union East, Room 246 Limit: 24
Current Bio-Pharmaceutical Trends and Processes
Discuss the complex nature of therapeutic development in the US and the variety of available therapeutics, the various validation methodologies and drug development procedures. Compare and contrast the structure of the FDA and other worldwide approval agencies. Reinhard Hanselka’s experience includes being an industrial, institutional and governmental consultant, Bio-Chemical Engineer, lecturer, instructor for ASME, ICC and University of California. His qualifications include BS in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering; MS in Management Science; Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering. Section: 0525 Room: Student Union East, Conference Center Limit: 75
Financial Literacy
Discover the workings of markets and investments and learn how to survive investment on your own. Class topics will include: stocks, bonds, real estate trusts and investments, mutual funds and annuities, and commodities. David Walby is a retired Stock Broker, who entered the broker business in 1972. He has graduate training from The University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, and the University of Chicago School of Business. Section: 0526 Room: Student Union West, Room 347 Limit: 35
Fun With Flowers
Have you ever wanted to learn how to arrange flowers like the professionals? This is your chance - in this course you will learn how to plan your table with themed arrangements, combine plants and accessories, suitability and compatibility of plants, and size/proportion rules for your living space. You’ll even get to have fun creating your own masterpieces. Students must bring all plants and materials. Co-instructors Emily Smith & Sylvia Holley have been President and Past President of Gulf Beach Garden Club. Both are retired teachers and award winning flower designers. Section: 0527 Room: Student Union East, Room 244 Limit: 30
Music Appreciation
Discover the history of music, composers, styles, and period instruments. Style periods will include Medieval/Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionism/Contemporary, and American/World music. You will learn to understand and appreciate how western music has changed throughout the last 1500 years. Tanya Brooks, NCTM, FSCTM, is a national and state certified teacher of music with 31 years experience in private piano, violin, and music history instruction and is President of Northwest Florida Music Teachers Association, Inc. Section: 0528 Room: Student Union West, Room 348 Limit: 30
Techniques of Stringing Beads
Ever look at fashion jewelry and say “I know I could make that?” Learn to make your own beaded jewelry with just a few short lessons. This is a project oriented class that is geared for beginners. Learn a new technique each week and design and create a project of your own. Supply list available at Registration. Mary K. McGraw, owner of Designs by MK, is a local fiber artist and beader. Her jewelry has been sold in craft fairs and home parties. Her teaching experience includes corporate training. Section: 0529 Room: Student Union West, Room 307 Limit: 20
The Duel: Windows XP versus Vista
Discover if your present computer is ready for Vista in this unique lecture class. Did you buy a new computer that came with Vista and can’t figure out how to get the right drivers for your current hardware? Then this course is for you. We will cover network issues using both XP and Vista. Joe Boisvert has 30 years of practical computer experience working in an Engineering and Chemical Environment in production plants around the globe and 14 years of experience in trouble shooting and plant start ups…many in third world countries. Section: 0530 Room: Gibson Lecture Hall Limit: 91
Watercolor and Color Theory with Tim Thomas
This two-period watercolor class is for both beginner and evolving artists. Learn how to use three different hues of the three primary colors (red, yellow, and blue) to create three perfect triads. See how using this method improves your paintings. Supply list and specific colors to purchase will be made available on day of registration. Tim Thomas is a local artist and owner of Thomas Expressions, Inc. of Panama City. He also illustrates and assists self-publishing authors to produce children’s books. Section: 0531 Room: Student Union East, Conference Center Limit: 25
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Ballroom Dance Prerequisite: Good physical health and mobility. Learn and develop skills in both a fast dance and a slow dance. Emphasis is placed on three important elements of dancing; (1) Foot position, (2) Rhythm and timing, and (3) Leading or following with enough variety to keep your learning experience interesting. As you progress, you will acquire freer movement around the floor while expanding your variety, technique and footwork. Patrick Hornsby is a professional ballroom dancer, competition and showcase dancer, and teacher with 35 years experience. Section: 0532 Room: Wellness Center, Room 133 Limit: 20
Beginning Sign Language
An introductory survey course designed for individuals with no prior exposure to American Sign Language. The emphasis is on awareness of the deaf culture, basic lip reading skills, and some basic conversational signs. Mary Nelson is an active interpreter at her church and is active in the deaf community. She has taught American Sign Language for several years. She started at Gulf Coast Community College and continued with various workshops and practical knowledge gained from her friends in the deaf community. Section: 0533 Room: Gibson Lecture Hall Limit: 55
Computer – Preventative Maintenance & Security Prerequisite: You must be comfortable with mouse and keyboard. Basics & Beyond Basics recommended. The more familiar you are with your computer, the more you will get out of this class. Learn basic virus protection practices for your computer, precautions to take while using the internet, how to avoid scams and hoaxes, how to protect your computer with firewalls, antivirus, spyware, and spam filtering, how to perform basic maintenance tasks, removing cookies, and procedures which will help prevent PC crashes, sluggishness and vulnerabilities. Trish Davis has 22 years experience as a Computer Science Instructor and has extensive practical experience. She uses a variety of techniques to ensure each student is provided with effective hands-on experiences. She specializes in delivering structured and comprehendible training and has participated in Encore for over seven years. Section: 0534 Room: Student Union East, Room 246 Limit: 24
Community Theater: On Stage & Behind
Become acquainted with the history of theater, auditioning, stage movement & vocabulary, character development, technical, and backstage opportunities. The instructors are members of Kaleidoscope Theater and have volunteered at the theater for many years. Section: 0535 Room: Student Union East, Conference Center Limit: 75
Conversational Spanish
Learn how to pronounce words in Spanish, basic conversational skills, essential Spanish vocabulary for traveling, dining, shopping, and for requesting and giving information. Dr. Carolyn Dunlap has been a GCCC Professor of Spanish since 2005. Dr. Dunlap began teaching Spanish at the high school level. She earned her Ph.D. at the University of Texas at Austin where she taught for 7 years. She also taught at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA for 4 years. Section: 0536 Room: Student Union West, Room 347 Limit: 26
Having Fun With Cameras
Produce impressive photography with your own “point and shoot” camera, including digital and video. You’ll learn the in’s and out’s of composition, film type, and photo restoration. Bring your camera and film. Shirley Brown is a professional photographer and graphic designer. She has been an instructor for GCCC Continuing Education for over 12 years; she also teaches at the Gulf/Franklin Center. Section: 0537 Room: Student Union East, Room 244 Limit: 40
Italic Calligraphy 2 Prerequisite: You must have completed Beginning Italic Calligraphy before taking this class. Continue the skills you learned in Beginning Italic Calligraphy! Learn how to write Italic Calligraphy with the fine point pen. Complete projects using the fine point pen, as well as projects using combinations of the various nib widths. Projects will include small name cards, complete envelope design, layout and design of a poem, and creative design of greeting cards. Feel free to suggest a project or design a project of your own. Rhonda Blankenship is a music teacher and guidance counselor at St. John’s School. She has taken various calligraphy classes and continues to pursue her love of calligraphy. Section: 0538 Room: Student Union West, Room 350 Limit: 20
One Page “Wonders” with MS Word 2007 Prerequisites: Computer Basics or equivalent experience. Learn how to create a flyer, recipe or family newsletter working with MS Word. Basic word processing skills will be covered, as well as formatting text, inserting clip art and photos and using the Draw toolbar. A flash drive is needed for class. RoseMarie Anderson began teaching computer lessons in 1995 with the opening of her Computer Learning Center in Panama City. She currently teaches Microsoft programs at Bay Medical Center for employees and Bay Med Plus members. Section: 0539 Room: Student Union West, Room 266 Limit: 20
Plan Now for Long Term Living
Explore how the choices we make as we age influence our level of independence. Discuss topics including: staying in your own home, remaining physically and mentally active, informal and professional assistance, senior housing options, as well as financing these choices. Dottie Byrd, BA, CLTC is a certified long term care specialist. She holds a Social Science degree from Louisianna State University. Section: 0540 Room: Student Union West, Room 348 Limit: 35
Techniques of Stringing Beads
This class is a repeat of the period one class and not a continuation. Ever look at fashion jewelry and say “I know I could make that?” Learn to make your own beaded jewelry with just a few short lessons. This is a project oriented class that is geared for beginners. Learn a new technique each week and design and create a project of your own. Supply list available at Registration. Mary K. McGraw, owner of Designs by MK, is a local fiber artist and beader. Her jewelry has been sold in craft fairs and home parties. Her teaching experience includes corporate training. Section: 0541 Room: Student Union West, Room 307 Limit: 20
Watercolor and Color Theory with Tim Thomas
This class is a continuation of the period one class and not a repeat. Learn how to use three different hues of the three primary colors (red, yellow, and blue) to create three perfect triads. See how using this method improves your paintings. Supply list and specific colors to purchase will be made available on day of registration. Tim Thomas is a local artist and owner of Thomas Expressions, Inc. of Panama City. He also illustrates and assists self-publishing authors to produce children’s books. Section: 0531 Room: Student Union East, Conference Center Limit: 25
We The People
Renew your acquaintance with some of the people, events, and ideas that shaped the U.S. Constitution. Enhance your appreciation of its complexity and importance. Larry Smith is Retired Florida 1st District Court of Appeal Judge. Tom Ellinor is Retired County Judge of Bay County. Newman Brock is Retired Circuit Judge, Central Florida. Section: 0542 Room: Student Union East, Room 243 Limit: 40
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Aquatic Exercise
Learn the basics of aquatic exercise. Classes will take place in the indoor, heated pool located in the Wellness Center. Both the locker rooms and the pool are handicapped accessible. Wear a bathing suit and bring a lock and towel. SWIMMING SKILLS ARE NOT REQUIRED. All GCCC Staff have certifications from the Aquatic Exercise Association, WaterArt, the Aquatic Therapy and Rehab Institute, and the International Sports Conditioning Association. Section: 0543 Room: Wellness Center, Pool Limit: 25
Computer – Basics
Start at the beginning. Learn the basics to understanding your personal computer. Discussion will include: starting and shutting down the computer; start and exit computer programs; common computer terminology; save and open files; sizing windows; minimize, maximize, resize, move and restore a window; understanding the windows desktop taskbar and start menu; drag and drop files; workspace, title bar, task bar, tool bars, scroll bars, pull down menus, and fly-outs. Don Johnson brings years of experience in sharing knowledge with other adults to the classroom. He uses a variety of teaching techniques and welcomes comments and questions from class members. Section: 0544 Room: Student Union West, Room 266 Limit: 20
Computer - Digital Image Editing Prerequisites: (1) Access to a computer with a Windows desktop, (2) Ability to open multiple programs, (3) Ability to minimize, maximize and restore Windows, (4) Ability to drag and drop using a mouse, (5) Ability to use scroll bars to position items, (6) Ability to open Windows Explorer to expand/collapse folders. You must be comfortable with creating, renaming, and deleting files, folders and subfolders. In this two period course you will use hands-on techniques, and learn to do amazing and creative things to your ordinary photographs! Using a computer and Photoshop Elements, you will learn to repair old photographs, image correction, make photo composites, and add special effects to your images. Use the free Picasa 2 software to organize and fix simple photo challenges. Glenn VanderPloeg has 30 years experience with computers and Computer Aided Education for the Navy, including 10 years experience with Digital Image Editing, 40 years experience teaching in the Air Force and civilian life in many disciplines. Section: 0545 Room: Student Union East, Room 246 Limit: 24
Conversational Spanish
This class is a repeat of the period two class and not a continuation. Learn how to pronounce words in Spanish, basic conversational skills, essential Spanish vocabulary for traveling, dining, shopping, and for requesting and giving information. Dr. Carolyn Dunlap has been a GCCC Professor of Spanish since 2005. Dr. Dunlap began teaching Spanish at the high school level. She earned her Ph.D. at the University of Texas at Austin where she taught for 7 years. She also taught at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA for 4 years. Section: 0546 Room: Student Union West, Room 347 Limit: 26
Creative Writing Techniques
Explore the art and craft of creative narrative, examine novels, short stories, and scripts, and present your work to the class. Taught by a working writer, the class will strive to be both practical and inspirational. Michael Lister is a novelist, a screenwriter and a filmmaker. To learn more visit his website at www.MichaelLister.com. Section: 0547 Room: Student Union East, Room 244 Limit: 40
Drawing with Heather
This is a two period class. Delve into this exploratory drawing class where you will develop your artistic skills. Class exercises include gesture and contour drawing, shading and value, composition, color, texture, and more. Become familiar with the varied materials, techniques, and elements of drawing while learning to express your personal style. Heather Parker is a self-employed Visual Artist and Instructor. She has taught art classes for children and adults through the Visual Arts Center, ArtCoop, and two semesters for Encore at the Gulf/Franklin Center. Section: 0548 Room: Professional Development Center Limit: 20
Early Russian History to Peter the Great
Contrast the everyday lives of serfs with aristocrats and the rulers of Russia. Discuss the important tsars and their major accomplishments. If the History of Eastern Europe, Christianity from the Byzantine Empire, Mongol invasions, Moscow culture, Ivan the Terrible, and the Romonov dynasty sound interesting, sign up for this whirlwind overview. Joe Boisvert has degrees and training from Harvard University’s Extension Program, Middlesex Community College, Northern Essex Community College, The Art Institute of Boston and the University of Massachusetts. Section: 0549 Room: Student Union East Conference Center Limit: 70
Excel for Beginners Prerequisites: Computer Basics or equivalent experience. Reinforce your skills in using the mouse, finding and saving files using the tree structure of files, folders and subfolders, exploring the Offce 2007 interface including icons, menus, ribbons, and other functional areas, continuing with an introduction to spreadsheets using MS Excel 2007. Learn to create, modify, format and print worksheets. Learn to use Excel for mathematical calculations for home or business use. A flash drive is required for class. Lois Carter has an AS degree from GCCC in Electronics Technology, with a Computer Option and a BS from Florida State University in Social Sciences. She has taught computer applications classes for over 20 years. Section: 0550 Room: Social Science, Room 205 Limit: 20
Fun With Physics
Physics as it occurs in everyday life will be presented through a combination of lectures, class discussion, demonstrations, and videos. Discover the Fun in Physics! Jerry Blimbaum has an Master’s in Physics with 22 years experience at the Navy Lab. Section: 0551 Room: Student Union West, Room 350 Limit: 35
Gourmet Cooking Made Easy
Discover how to make great meals and menus without fuss. Learn how to make a complicated recipe simple and fun, so you don’t spend hours in the kitchen. You will learn how to use different spices as well as fresh and dried herbs. You will be privy to many timesaving hints and helpful gadgets as well as delicious recipes. Hannelore Holland, the owner of Somethin’s Cooking has been teaching the Art of Easy Cooking in the area for almost 40 years. Section: 0552 Room: Gibson Lecture Hall Limit: 91
Poetry Appreciation
What is poetry? Does a poem have to rhyme? What makes a poem a classic? Explore these and other questions in this course. Learn about the various types of poems, from sonnets to narrative poems, from free verse to rhyming poetry. Also, you will learn about some of the world’s most famous poets, from Robert Browning to Robert Frost. But, most of all, you will gain an understanding and appreciation for the world’s greatest poetry. Jan Colcord has been teaching English for the Bay County School System for 30 years. She is also a familiar face to Education Encore. Section: 0553 Room: Student Union East, Room 243 Limit: 40
Yoga
Become one with Hatha Yoga poses and Asanas using breath and meditation to achieve muscular strength, endurance, and relaxation. No matter what your physical condition, age, abilities, yoga makes you better. Wear stretchable or loose fitting clothing and bring a large towel or mat. Dawn Brooks is a Registered Nurse and completed Yoga Teachers Training at Discovery Yoga in St. Augustine, FL. This is a yoga program in the Kripalu tradition. Kripalu is sometimes known as the compassionate yoga as it teaches you first how to be compassionate to yourself and then to others. Section: 0554 Room: Wellness Center, Room 133 Limit: 25
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
A Genealogy Odyssey
Indulge your inner historian with this exciting, informative and timely introduction to state-of-the-art techniques that you can put to work immediately in your research. Topics include DNA testing and using global resources to name a few. William Zehner is a Certified Genealogist, author, speaker and editor of the Florida State Genealogical Society newsletter; editor and webmaster of the Bay County Genealogical Society. In addition, he has been an Education Encore instructor for a number of years. Section: 0555 Room: Student Union West, Room 350 Limit: 35
Aquatic Exercise
This class is a repeat of the period three class and not a continuation. Learn the basics of aquatic exercise! Classes will take place in the indoor, heated pool located in the Wellness Center. Both the locker rooms and the pool are handicapped accessible. Wear a bathing suit and bring a lock and towel. Swimming skills are not required. All GCCC Staff have certifications from the Aquatic Exercise Association, WaterArt, the Aquatic Therapy and Rehab Institute, and the International Sports Conditioning Association. Section: 0556 Room: Wellness Center, Pool Limit: 25
Belly Dance
Energize your body. Inspire your spirit! Belly Dance is a gentle and fun way to increase strength and flexibility. Essentially creative, it allows for personal style and embellishment, making it accessible to people of all ages, sizes, and health conditions. Wear clothing that allows free movement. Janet Jones, Talibah her dance name, began dancing at age 66. In addition to participating in workshops conducted by experts in various styles of belly dance, she has studied with several local instructors. Section: 0557 Room: Wellness Center, Room 133 Limit: 25
Boat Safety: Suddenly You Are In Command
Join us for an introduction to boating safety designed for those who may find themselves “suddenly in command” – such as guests, spouses, or children. This course has been designed and approved by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Public Education Department. Become familiar with essential safety information so you can assess the situation, take corrective action and summon help as may be required. A text book entitled About Boating Safety is available for $15. Instructors are members of Flotilla 16 who have been approved by the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Section: 0558 Room: Gibson Lecture Hall Limit: 91
Computer - Digital Image Editing This class is a continuation of the period three class and not a repeat.Prerequisites: (1) Access to a computer with a Windows desktop, (2) Ability to open multiple programs, (3) Ability to minimize, maximize and restore Windows, (4) Ability to drag and drop using a mouse, (5) Ability to use scroll bars to position items, (6) Ability to open Windows Explorer to expand/collapse folders. You must be comfortable with creating, renaming, and deleting files, folders and subfolders. Use hands-on techniques, learn to do amazing and creative things to your ordinary photographs! Using a computer and Photoshop Elements, you will learn to repair old photographs, image correction, make photo composites, and add special effects to your images. Use the free Picasa 2 software to organize and fix simple photo challenges. Glenn VanderPloeg has 30 years experience with computers and Computer Aided Education for the Navy, including 10 years experience with Digital Image Editing, 40 years experience teaching in the Air Force and civilian life in many disciplines.
Section: 0545 Room: Student Union East, Room 246 Limit: 24
Drawing with Heather (Cont.)
This is a two period class. Delve into this exploratory drawing class where you will develop your artistic skills. Class exercises include gesture and contour drawing, shading and value, composition, color, texture, and more. Become familiar with the varied materials, techniques, and elements of drawing while learning to express your personal style. Heather Parker is a self-employed Visual Artist and Instructor. She has taught art classes for children and adults through the Visual Arts Center, ArtCoop, and two semesters for Encore at the Gulf/Franklin Center. Section: 0548 Room: Professional Development Center Limit: 20
Computer – Internet & Email Prerequisite: Computer - Beyond Basics or equivalent experience. Exploring the Internet is a great way to learn about key internet technologies such as web browsers, E-mail, and search engines. This class is designed for individuals interested in surfing the web and learning the basics of E-mail. Don Johnson brings years of experience in sharing knowledge with others to the classroom. Section: 0559 Room: Student Union West, Room 266 Limit: 20
Excel for Users Prerequisites: Excel for Beginners or equivalent experience. Practice your Excel skills and pick up a few tips on spreadsheets. Learn to create, modify, format, and print single and multiple worksheets. Explore custom formatting features, such as fonts and color schemes. A flash drive is needed for class. Lois Carter has an AS degree from GCCC in Electronics Technology, with a Computer Option and a BS from FSU in Social Sciences. She has taught computer applications classes for over 20 years. Section: 0560 Room: Social Science, Room 205 Limit: 20
Filmed Literature Appreciation
How does a novel or short story become a film? Examine the process of adaptation by watching films and reading the stories they were based on, including two recent adaptations of the teacher’s own work. Michael Lister is a novelist, a screenwriter, and a filmmaker. Check out his website at www.MichaelLister.com. Section: 0561 Room: Student Union East, Room 244 Limit: 40
Getting Started with Bead Weaving
Develop an understanding of the basic supplies and tools used in bead weaving techniques, including thread choices and needles. You will learn different techniques or stitches of bead weaving, instead of a certain pattern. Stitches taught will be Peyote, Right Angle and Ndebele. Supply list will be available at registration. Mary K. McGraw, owner of Designs by MK, is a local fiber artist and beader. Her jewelry has been sold in craft fairs and home parties. Her teaching experience includes corporate training. Section: 0562 Room: Student Union West, Room 307 Limit: 20
Energy Conservation and Going Green
We can’t make heating fuel cheaper, but we can make your money go farther by teaching you how to perform an Energy Audit on your home. This will help you identify and prioritize ways to reduce fuel costs by making your home more energy effcient and gain knowledge about simple cost saving. This class will cover new concepts in “going green” in the house as we make our improvements. Joe Boisvert has 30 years of practical computer experience working in an Engineering and Chemical Environment in production plants around the globe and 14 years experience in trouble shooting and plant start ups. Section: 0563 Room: Student Union East Conference Center Limit: 91
Location Photography
Explore the many facets photography brings to our lives. Reveal the hidden beauty that travel, animals, and birds have to offer. This is a hands-on approach where you will develop techniques that encourage you to challenge your artistic abilities while having fun. Shirley Brown is a professional photographer and graphic designer. She has been an instructor for Continuing Education for 12 years. She also teaches at the Gulf/Franklin Center. Section: 0564 Room: Student Union East, Room 243 Limit: 25
Jim Barr
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Gulf Coast Community College
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