Quick! What comes to mind when you think of a digital course? Is it a multi-module resource with videos and downloadable PDFs inside Teachable? A big production like Marie Forleo’s B-School? Or something else completely?
When I started out online, I thought courses had to follow a specific format, and honestly, that thinking kept me stuck for a while. Later I learned that courses can take many forms, and the one you choose has less to do with you than with your subject matter and your students’ preferences.
In this episode of the Tiny Course Empire podcast, we’re taking a deep dive into six different styles of online courses, the pros and cons of each, and how you can know which one is right for you.
Two course formats you might not think of as “courses,” and why you may want to consider them
The pros and cons to consider before deciding on your course format
What to consider when you’re being too hard on yourself about your course creation skills
How one course can become many, and why you might want to repurpose your content
The best course styles for student success
The skill you need if you want to create engagement in your courses (and it has nothing to do with your teaching style)
Three questions to ask as you’re deciding which course format to try
Resources mentioned:
The CLEAR Framework is a free eCourse that helps you develop a strong online business foundation.
Jennifer Burke has promised to keep my favorite content challenge going.
Six-Figure Systems has all the resources you need to develop your course-creation skills, and you can get started for just $7 today.
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