The five essential steps to making an online course

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This step-by step guide will help you discover the steps to create an online class using CreativeMindClass, a free tool used by top creators.

 - Start creating your online course

 How to make an online class in 5 easy steps

An effective online course is an excellent combination of video and an online site which promotes the course.

Writers, Illustrators, Photographers and fitness instructors and all types of professionals make online classes to provide their students with their skills and knowledge. They can also be an income source or even the primary job.

However, online courses have come a long way since the time of emailing with PDFs or sending videos via text messages. Online courses can be designed to contain videos, downloadable files, exercises, and reviews, as well as receive payment and build an online community--unlocking a whole new word of possibilities for building an online-based business.

 In this article we'll teach you the most important steps to creating a successful online course with CreativeMindClass...

1. Online Course Plans Set up an area to design your own online course

2. Topics for the Course Determine what and who you'll teach

3. The outline of the course Plan every lesson you need

4. Delivery of content Prepare videos with downloadable files, exercises and videos

5. Course website Persuade your audience to purchase using images and text

 1. Online Course Plans

Create a space for your online course

A typical online course might be scattered across various social media such as websites, sites, payment pages, messages, e-mails, as well as laptop files. An online central course integrates all of the various elements into one convenient place. It can change throughout the lifespan of your online course, but typically includes:

• Introduction
• Information on Equipment and Materials
• Inspiration
• The Planning
• Class project
• Summary

 What is it? in CreativeMindClass

1. Simply click My Classesin main menu to open it.
2. Click the the ADD Class button to start a new course.

 2. Course topic

Decide what you'll teach and whom you'll teach.

The process of establishing your online course can be stressful as it is necessary to come up with something that people are likely to purchase. However, a topic that is well chosen could make you successful.

An online topic is a straightforward and powerful idea to create an ideal curriculum for your students.

You're enthusiastic; you've the knowledge, skills, and expertise that people will be spending money on. This is the perfect opportunity to take a deeper look and translate it into the language of.

 Then, you must open the Class page

There's a Class page tab in the Class. Click the Class page tab to open it, and begin creating your course's name and description.

 What is it? in CreativeMindClass

1. Click the Class Page tab to open it.

 Indicate what you are expected to be teaching

What do you love to do? What is it that you love about it? What is it that people come to you for advice? What would you like to learn more about? This will help you find an area you're familiar with, and will make your creation process more enjoyable.

 Give your course a name

A clear, catchy and targeted title can help readers make an informed choice. It draws readers' attention and prompts them to say, "Yes, I'm ready to buy it!". Utilize powerful words to provoke feelings and trigger a reaction which will prompt them to go on to read, click and purchase.

 How to do it in CreativeMindClass

1. Write CLASS TITLEto give your course a name.

 Make an offer (and identify people who would purchase it)

What do people gain from you? Which students are most likely to attend this class? What are the specific issues you resolve? Are there competitors who offer similar courses? When you're working on the offer, find someone willing to pay money for the opportunity to study it.

 How do I get it in CreativeMindClass

1. Use the form CLASS DESCRIPTIONto send your your.

 The course is over. topic!

When your subject is complete, you have a powerful and realistic offer to your students online. Remember, you can make multiple classes in order to study and test different course topics.

The next step is to create a course plan so there's nothing you miss during the video recording...

  3. Course outline

Create each lesson plan you'll require.

The entire course may seem difficult. Making the course content can lead to a risk of confusion in deciding what content should be included within the course. But a clearly defined course outline will make sure it's doable.

An online course outline is like a do-to list of each video you want to record. It typically contains a list of specific lessons with notes about content details and the learning outcome to ensure that you do not miss one thing during the day you film the course.

  Then, you must launch the Lessons  

The Lessons tab within the class. Select to open the Lessons tab to open it up and begin creating your lesson plans.

  How to do it in CreativeMindClass  

1. Click on the on the LESSONS tab to display it.

  The things you're doing to cover  

Start by listing the core subjects and elements you want to discuss. It could be an introduction to yourself, the overview of your course, hands-on project, and concluding. You don't need to go into the specifics at this point. What topics could you be covered in a video lesson lasting 3-10 minutes?

  How do I get it within CreativeMindClass  

1. Click ADD LESSON option to create a new lesson.
2. In Lesson page tab, type LESSON TITLE.
3. Incorporate 10-20 lessons into the course.

  Listing the learning outcome  

It's the core of your course outline. This is where you record every single detail for each video you want to record. Take into consideration specific learning outcomes as well as the content that addresses your audience's needs and determine the gaps that your competition doesn't fill.

  What is it? within CreativeMindClass  

1. Click here to go to "Course Overview" lesson.
2. Type LESSON DESCRIPTION to create your lesson outline.

  From messy to well-organized  

You may have written the course outline that you've discovered to need to be shorter or more clear. If so you should think about breaking the course into parts. The lessons can be removed with no clear outcome in mind. Make sure to take your time to this point, so that you can manage the practice.

  How to do it in CreativeMindClass  

1. Click the Add Sectionbutton to make a new section.
2. Type Section title.
3. Include additional sections in your lessons.

  It is a reference on the video recording day  

The way you used to do it was print your to-do list to refer to when filming. Nowadays, a to-do list can be accessed on phones or laptops. It allows you to check off each lesson or alter it to suit your want to.

  You've finished the course outline!  

Now that your course outline is completed, you will have a clear plan to record your video.

We'll then discuss the best way to distribute and store the content...

  4. Content delivery

Make videos, download files as well as exercises.

Now is the time to start thinking about the best way to convey each aspect of your online class. Videos are the most entertaining method of presenting your information.

Videos contain interactive and fun information, and provide an excellent learning experience to learners who are online. One of the most efficient ways to deliver learning outcomes is by mixing multimedia, such as videos, screen recordings, presentations and audio. Handouts are also a great way to reinforce the material and even exercises.

Examine your course outline. Which approach is the most appropriate to convey the objectives of each lesson?

  To begin, first, open the Lessons  

You'll find the Lessons in the Class. Click the Lessons tab to open it and start adding multimedia for each lesson.

  How do I get it within CreativeMindClass  

1. Click on the on the LESSONS tab to display it.

  Video to each lesson  

Videos are the most engaging method of presenting your information. They can take on different types, including presentations, or screen recordings with sound This doesn't suggest that you have to sit on camera every minute of the day.

Photographers benefit from the fact that it might be easy for you to pick up a video camera and start recording. These videos can be made with the equipment and area at home, using the skills you already have in your arsenal.

After you've finished recording and editing your videos You'll have a number of short, 16:9, high-quality video files that you can upload. Keep in mind the high quality of your video. The resolution must be 1080p.

  How do I get it in CreativeMindClass  

1. In LESSON Select the VIDEOlesson Type.
2. Upload a video to your computer.
3. Make sure to include a video with every class.

  Make an educational experience that is focused on video  

A video-based course offers completely different in terms of learning unlike reading, for instance, text on a slide presentation. It needs certain features such as navigation, layout, and layout specific to videos platforms. CreativeMindClass is an internet-based education platform dedicated especially to instructional videos and is focused on giving students a pleasurable learning experience using video.

In general, when a movie is uploaded on the platform of choice, it's ideal practice to include a custom thumbnail. It's stunning when you view it in previewbut it can be a bit of work. We created a design which looks great without having to do the additional work. We choose the top highlights after you upload your videos and play a 3-8-second looped video. It's something you might know from Spotify videos that are shown when a song plays.

  How to do it in CreativeMindClass  

1. For LESSON In LESSON, choose the VIDEOlesson Type.
2. Drag a video file from your PC.
3. Go to View and watch the automatically generated lesson cover video.

  Add a downloadable file  

Downloadable files are a great addition to your lesson. They make the content fun and engaging and create a lasting impression on your their desks, pulpits and classrooms. If you add an extra content to your class, your students can download it, print it and fill it in or alter the file.

It is possible to create videos by combining worksheets with worksheets or native file formats. Make downloadable documents using programs such as Pages/Word, Google Slides, Prezi, Photoshop, or Canva. Combining downloadable files with an exercise enables students to bring their own files for a class and receive your comments.

When you're done creating your downloadable files then you'll have quality image files , or editable native files to upload.

  How do I get it in CreativeMindClass  

1. Go to the tab for Content of the lesson
2. Click DOWNLOADABLE FILE to upload your document.

  Include an exercise in a lesson  

Experiments are a fantastic way for your learners to put their theory in practice. They engage them in learning by engaging in. This type of active learning usually consists of a specific task as well as the instructor's feedback.

Imagine a learning experience you could create to help reach their goals. Look at your Lessons list. Which lessons could have an engaging and fun activity to help students learn? Are there lessons that could include homework tasks? What brainstorming exercises could you incorporate? What's the end-of-course project in your course?

  How do I get it in CreativeMindClass  

1. Go to LESSON - Content tab
2. Click EXERCISE to make an exercise to teach your students.

  Ask students to share their work and receive your critique  

Certain online courses require a class project. Students can use their knowledge gained during your course to complete the project. They can be asked to upload their project to get an evaluation.

  What is it? in CreativeMindClass  

1. Go to LESSON - Content tab
2. Click on EXERCISE to generate an exercise.
3. Write TITLE.
4. Type DESCRIPTION.
5. If your student has uploaded the work, go to students' workto you provide your feedback.

  Make an online community to support your course  

Giving feedback to students is the first step in building a community around your online course. Your students can elevate their training experience to the next step, expanding your business while increasing your brand reach while doing it.

Online community drives traffic to your online course website, assists in keeping clients, as well as increase your revenue. Activity Feed provides a platform in which you can interact with your audience via articles.

Incorporate some inspiring posts into your online learning experience. It will provide you with a strong base for building a highly active community for your company and its brand.

How can you keep students engaged? What do you usually post on social media? What tricks and practical tips could you share? One way to keep students interested and motivated to finish the course are daily posts that provide inspiration for the final project.

  What is it? within CreativeMindClass  

1. Select My Postsin the main menu, to launch it.
2. Click on the the ADD POST button to make a new post.

   You've finished preparing the contents!

Once your course information is prepared, you have a powerful online course. We'll then add visuals and copywriting to the course's site...

  5. Course website

Persuade your audience to buy by using visuals and text.

An informative, clear site will convince potential customers to buy your course. Why would someone pick your program over another? What promises do you give your customers?

A website for online courses usually has catchy copy and visuals representing the main benefits closed with a clear call-to-action.

  To begin, first, go to the website  

Go to the website, start it up and then add your headline, visuals and text.

  How to do it in CreativeMindClass  

1. Click Websitein the main menu in order to open it.

  Grab the visitor's attention  

Your website need to get the message across quick before your prospective customer goes on to the next page.

First thing visitors read is your headline. It will clearly state the benefits of the course, and also explains what a visitor will get.

Be sure to keep it brief, punchy and simple. The most effective way to keep the headline short is to create a supportive headline. This could be at the end of the headline phrase or an additional sentence supporting the main statement.

  How do I get it in CreativeMindClass  

1. Click the the Edit button in the the Welcome section.
2. Type Headline.
3. Enter SUB-HEADLINE.

  Add inspiring visuals  

Let your audience know what you are offering through the hero picture (or background footage) located in the upper part of your course's website. What does this hero image convey about the advantages of your online training course? Put your customer's potential within a scene you've designed to help them. The images must be wide, crisp, and high-quality.

  What is it? in CreativeMindClass  

1. Click on Edit button located in Welcome section.
2. Click HERO Image, BACKGROUND VIDEO or ANIMATIONto add your visuals.

  Start your subject  

Provide a few basic details about the online course you are offering. What does it do? How long will it last? How many lessons do you offer? Do you offer any bonuses items? What's the project for the class? Who will the course be for? This will help users who browse the page to quickly grasp what they're buying.

  How to do it within CreativeMindClass  

1. Click the Edit button in the the Overview section.
2. Type Header.
3. Enter PARAGRAPH.

  Highlight benefits  

Clearly stated benefits persuade most people. Give more details on the learning outcomes and its value. What are the skills students will acquire? How would the course benefit students? What are the changes they are going to undergo? What high-pain problems do you solve?

A simple way to draw attention to the benefits of a product is to compose the headline in a concise and simple manner. Then, add a sub-header that supports the principal assertion. In the paragraphs, note the most important learning outcomes, and describe shortly the value you're providing.

Another way to highlight the advantages of your class is to make use of an attractive image.

  How do I get it within CreativeMindClass  

1. Click the the Edit button on the Benefits section.
2. Type HEADER.
3. Use the the SUB-HEADER.
4. Enter PARAGRAPH.
5. Click SECTION for IMAGEand upload your photo.

  Give a taste of the course  

Someone who is considering buying your online course is looking to have a sneak glimpse of the content. You can present what the course is all about with an engaging promo trailer. For a promo trailer, you could create an engaging video of 30-60 seconds.

  What is it? in CreativeMindClass  

1. Simply click My Classesin the main menu, to launch it.
2. In Class, Click Class page tab and it will open.
3. Hit VIDEO TRAILERto upload your video for promotion.

  Share it with your followers  

Congratulations! Once you've prepared the course's website, your online course creation is complete. This is a thrilling moment after all the hard work.

Another type of work begins! The time is now to share the news with your audience. Add the link to your website or social media account, your blog or email address, and start the promo promotion.

  What is it? in CreativeMindClass  

1. Click Settingsin main menu menu to start it.
2. Copy the CreativeMindClass web address.
3. Make sure you share the lesson with the audience.

  You're all done!  

I hope that this guide has will help you get organized and also gave you room to make an enjoyable learning environment for your pupils.

If you are starting an online course for the first time you can use this template to set it up in minutes. The template is the ultimate time-saver when creating an online course. It's built to be able to convert (sell the course) and has all the essential elements--it's just waiting for your finishing touch. Put up your pictures make changes to the copy and visuals, and bam! It's time to create an efficient online class. It's really that easy.

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