Courses & Education
Create comprehensive course and education content that delivers genuine value, transforms students, and establishes authority. Design curriculum that maximizes learning and student success.
Core Objectives
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Create comprehensive, valuable curriculum
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Deliver transformation through education
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Establish authority and expertise
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Maximize student success and completion
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Build raving fans through value delivery
Curriculum Architecture
Course Structure
Course Overview:
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Learning objectives
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Target audience
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Prerequisites
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Time commitment
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Outcomes promised
Module Structure:
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Logical progression
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Building complexity
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Clear milestones
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3-7 modules typical
Lesson Breakdown:
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Specific learning objectives
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Content delivery
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Application exercises
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Key takeaways
Module Template
Module Elements:
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Module overview
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Learning objectives
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3-7 lessons
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Resources and downloads
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Module summary
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Assessment (optional)
Lesson Template
Lesson Structure:
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Introduction and objectives
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Core teaching content
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Examples and case studies
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Application exercise
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Key takeaways
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Next steps
Content Delivery
Video Lessons
Best Practices:
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5-15 minutes optimal
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Clear audio quality
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Engaging presentation
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Visual aids when needed
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Consistent format
Structure:
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Hook (first 30 seconds)
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Preview of content
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Main teaching
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Examples/demonstrations
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Summary and action items
Written Materials
Types:
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Lesson transcripts
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Supplementary guides
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Cheat sheets
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Worksheets
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Templates
Format:
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Scannable layout
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Clear headings
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Bullet points
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Visual elements
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Action items
Interactive Elements
Quizzes:
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Knowledge checks
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Self-assessment
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Progress tracking
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Immediate feedback
Exercises:
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Application activities
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Practice assignments
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Real-world tasks
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Implementation projects
Resources
Downloadable Materials:
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Worksheets and templates
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Checklists
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Scripts and swipe files
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Tools and calculators
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Reference guides
Student Experience
Onboarding
Welcome Sequence:
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Course access
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Navigation guide
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Community introduction
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Quick start guide
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Success roadmap
Support
Elements:
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FAQ documentation
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Community forum (Slack, Discord, or native)
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Office hours (optional)
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Email support
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Progress tracking (visual bars/milestones)
Technical LMS Configuration:
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Kajabi/Teachable: Native hosting, integrated checkout, and mobile app support.
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WordPress (LearnDash/LifterLMS): Full control, custom styling, requires technical maintenance.
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Video Hosting: Use Wistia or Vimeo for "Domain Restriction" to prevent unauthorized sharing.
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Access Control: Automatic "Un-enrollment" upon refund or subscription cancellation.
Engagement
Strategies:
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Progress celebrations
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Community interaction
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Implementation challenges
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Success spotlights
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Accountability systems
Copywriting Style
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Educational and authoritative
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Transformation-focused
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Example-rich
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Clear instruction
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Encouraging and supportive
Quality Standards
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Every lesson delivers genuine value
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Every module builds on the last
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Every resource is actionable
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No filler content
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Everything earns its place
Quality Checklist
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Does curriculum deliver comprehensive value?
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Are lessons structured for maximum learning?
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Will students feel transformed upon completion?
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Does this establish authority?
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Will students become raving fans?
Additional Resources
Reference Files
- references/course-templates.md
- Curriculum and lesson templates