The five essential steps for designing an online photography class
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Follow this step-by-step guide to discover the steps to create an online photography course in CreativeMindClass the free software that is used by the top photographers.
- Start creating your online photography course
If you're just starting out or a seasoned pro designing an online photography class isn't easy. There are a million things to consider and plan. From the idea, video, research, launch, and much more. An effective plan will set the stage for your successful outcomes. It will help you manage every detail to focus on creating an amazing learning experience for your pupils.
In this tutorial will teach you the five important steps for creating an online photography class that is successful...
1. Online course plans Create a space to create your online course
2. The topic of your course: Determine what and who you'll teach
3. Lecturing outline: Plan each class you will need
4. Content delivery Prepare videos, downloadable files and exercise
5. Course website Persuade your audience to purchase using texts and images
1. Online course plan
Set up a place to create your online course
Traditionally, an online course could be spread across social media, websites payments, message boards emails, messages, and laptop folders. A central online course combines the various elements into one convenient place. The course will change over the lifespan of your online course, but typically includes:
- Introduction
- Work Examples
- Information on gear
- Inspiration
- The Planning
- Project
- Photoshoot day
- Editing
- Summary
How do I get it in CreativeMindClass
- Click My Classesin main menu to open it.
- Click the Add a Class button to start an entirely new class.
2. Topics for the course
Decide what you'll teach and whom you'll be teaching.
Beginning your photography online course is stressful because you need to come up with something that buyers will want to buy. A well thought-out the course's topic can ensure your success.
A Course topic is a simple yet powerful idea to create your course to appeal to the right people. Photography is your thing; you have your knowledge of skills and knowledge that people are prepared to pay for. Now is the time to examine the subject more closely and explain it in terms.
Then, you must open the Class page
There's a Class page tab within the Class. Select the tab for Class Page to open it. Then, you can begin adding your course name and description.
What is it? in CreativeMindClass
- Click the the Class Page tab to display it.
Define what you will be teaching
What sort of photography are you doing? What are you most passionate about with it? What do others come to you with advice on? What would you like to learn yourself? This can help you find a topic you feel most confident about which makes course development process much more simple.
PRO TIP: Teach what you know, love, and what people want to understand. That way, you'll be able to come up with a bunch of course topics you could start putting together right now.
Name your course
A clear, catchy and purpose-driven title can help people to make a quick choice. It grabs their attention and makes them stop scrolling and say, "Yes, I want to buy this!". Make use of powerful words that stimulate emotions, and create the reaction which prompts them to look, read and purchase.
How to do it in CreativeMindClass
- Write the class titleto give your course a name. Like "The ultimate beginners' guide to portrait photographer".
Make an deal (and identify people who would buy it)
What can people be able to learn? Do you intend to concentrate on editing or photography? Are there any potential students for this course? What specific high-pain problems do you address? Are there any competitors offering similar classes? When you're working on your idea, you must find someone who is motivated enough to spend money to take the course.
What is it? within CreativeMindClass
- Use the form CLASS DESCRIPTIONto communicate your offer in HTML1.your offer.
You've finished the course subject!
Now that your course topic is completed, you now have a the most effective and realistic proposition for your online photography course. Make sure you create multiple classes to explore the various subjects of your course, and to try them out.
We'll then create a course plan so you won't miss a thing in the recording of your video...
3. The course outline
Create each lesson plan you'll want to take.
The entire planning of the online photography course could become overwhelming. The process of sorting through a myriad of materials can lead to confusion as to what needs to be included in the online photography course. A clearly-defined course outline will make sure it's manageable.
The outline for a course can be a checklist of all the videos you'd like to make on the day of filming your course. It typically contains a schedule of specific lessons including notes on content information as well as learning objectives, so you don't forget a thing.
First, open the Lessons
The Lessons tab in the class. Click on the Lessons tab to open it up and start adding your lessons.
What is it? in CreativeMindClass
1. Click the LESSONS tab to open it.
You should list the items you're writing about
Start by listing the core issues and topics you'd like to cover. It could be as simple as introductions, presenting your finest work including course outline, equipment lighting, hands-on projects edits, post-production, and a conclusion. Don't get into specific details but. What topics could you be covered in 3-10 minutes video lessons?
How do I get it in CreativeMindClass
- Click the the ADD LESSON click to make the new lesson.
- In Lesson page tab, type LESSON TITLE. In this case, it could be "About myself".
- Incorporate 10-20 lessons into your class. For example "Course overview", "Equipment", "How to master composition", "Editing", "Conclusion"etc. PRO TIP: It's best to quickly list your subjects and type the lesson titles without pondering them too much. You can change them later.
Listing the learning results
It's the core of the lesson plan. This is where you write down every important aspect of each lesson you want to document. Consider specific learning outcomes and the content that can answer your audience's questions or figure out any gaps that are not being addressed by your competitors.
How to do it in CreativeMindClass
- Go to "Course overview" lesson.
- Type LESSON DESCRIPTION to create your lesson outline. For example "Course plan, gear, lighting, location, project, editing ".
From messy to well-organized
It is possible that you have created a lessons list that you find to be too lengthy or unclear. If there is a lot of things to learn, you should consider splitting your class into segments. Eliminate the lesson with no clear goal for the learning. Be ruthless in this phase to ensure it's not a lengthy task.
How do I get it within CreativeMindClass
- Click Add Sectionbutton to create a section.
- Type Section title. As an example, you could type "Introduction" section for "About myself" and "Course overview" lessons.
- Include additional sections in your lessons . PRO TIP: Group your common themes, suggestions and concepts into separate sections. Order the lessons within those sections into the most logical way.
Reference it on the video recording day
Traditionally you'd print out your list of things to attend to on the filming day. Nowadays it's possible to have a list of tasks to be accessed on phones or laptops. It allows you to check off each lesson or modify the list as needed.
You've finished the lessons list!
Now that your course outline has been completed, you now have a clear plan for recording your video.
We'll then discuss the best way to deliver and record the content...
4. Content delivery
Make videos, download files as well as exercises.
After you've got your plan for your course, it's time to think how you can present every element of your photography online course.
Videos contain engaging, interactive, and fun content which provides a fantastic educational experience to students online. One of the best ways to present learning outcomes is by mixing various forms of media: video, screen recordings, presentations and audio. Handouts are also a great way to reinforce the lessons and exercises.
Look at your lessons list. What is the best method for delivering the outcomes of each lesson?
First, start the Lessons
You'll find the Lessons under the class. The Lessons tab is the first to open it and start creating multimedia for every lesson.
How to do it in CreativeMindClass
1. Click the on the LESSONS tab to open it.
Include a video in every lesson
Videos can be the most entertaining approach to present your content. They can take on different formats, such as presentations or screen recordings that include audio, so it doesn't suggest that you have to be on camera all the time.
As a photographer, you have the advantage that it is possible for you to pick up a video camera and start making videos. The videos you create can be created using the gear and shooting spaces at home using the knowledge you have in your arsenal.
Once you're finished making and editing your video there are a variety of small, 16:9 high-quality video files to upload. Remember the superior quality of your video. It must have a resolution of 1080p.
How do I get it in CreativeMindClass
- In LESSON, select VIDEOlesson type.
- Upload a video to your PC.
- Include a video in each class. Pro Tip: Depending on the programs you use to make the videos, you'll end up with multiple video file formats like MP4 MOV, WMV or MP4. You don't have to worry about it because the video files will automatically convert to formats that students are able to view on their laptops, desktops, or on mobile devices.
Create a file that can be downloaded
Downloadable files can be a fantastic addition to your lesson. They make the content exciting and enjoyable, and also leave your mark on desks and pulpits of your students. When you upload an additional document to your lesson Students can download the file, print it and fill it in or alter the file.
You can create video lessons by combining worksheets with worksheets or native files. Make downloadable documents using programs such as Pages/Word, Google Slides, Prezi, Photoshop, or Canva. Making downloadable files part of the exercise allows students to bring their own files for a class and receive your comments.
Once you've finished creating the files for download then you'll have quality image files or editable native files to upload.
How do I get it within CreativeMindClass
- Click to LESSON - Content tab
- Select DOWNLOADABLE FILE to transfer your document.
Include an exercise in the lesson
Exercises are an effective way to help students achieve their learning goals. It engages students in learning through doing. This type of active learning usually consists of a task that can be completed as well as instructor feedback.
Think about the learning experience you'll create to help students reach their objectives. Look at your Lessons list. What lessons might have exciting and enjoyable activities as a learning method? Are there lessons that could include homework assignments? What brainstorming activities could you include? What is the final project in your course? YzkpIKQXzPrVwtVcso
How do I get it within CreativeMindClass
- Navigate to LESSON - Content tab
- Click on EXERCISE to design exercises for your students.
Request students to post photos and receive feedback
An online photography course asks students to submit a final assignment that involves a photoshoot. If you include such an exercise for your students, they can snap photos using the skills they've learned during the class, and upload them to CreativeMindClass in order to provide feedback. Pro Tip: Students' results from your photography online course may be posted as exercise files. The results will be uploaded in the Activity Feed together with your feedback. That creates great testimonials and social proof for your website.
What is it? within CreativeMindClass
- Click to the tab titled Content
- Click EXERCISE to create an exercise.
- Type your TITLE. For example "Share your final portrait photos".
- Type DESCRIPTION. In this case, for example "Develop and then share your personal photos. Once you're done, upload them under the lesson and get my comments ".
- If your student has uploaded the exercise, navigate to the student's workto offer your comments.
Make an online community in support of your class
Learning activities and your feedback are the initial steps towards developing a supportive community for your online class. There is no need to continue there or you can take your learners' learning experience to the next level. This can help you improve your business's performance and expand your brand reach.
Activity Feed is an opportunity to establish an online community. It increases visitors to your course's site, assists in keeping clients, and boosts your profits.
If you include some inspirational posts to your online course website, you'll be able to create an excellent foundation for creating a highly engaged community around your company and your brand.
How could you retain your students' interest? What are you posting on social media? What advice would you like to offer on composition, equipment, or software? A good idea to keep your students engaged and motivated to complete the course are daily posts that provide inspiration in the final work.
What is it? within CreativeMindClass
- Simply click My Postsin the main menu, to launch it.
- Click the ADD POST button to make an entirely new blog post.
You've finished preparing the content!
Now that your content is ready, you have a powerful online photography course. It needs a home.
Next, we'll write copy and upload visuals to the course's site...
5. Course website
Persuade your audience to buy using text and images.
You've recorded your videos and you're sure you've made some amazing lessons. Now is the time to pack and sell your video lessons. One of the easiest ways to do this is to build a website (sometimes known as a sales webpage or a landing page).
A website which is simple and benefits-oriented can help you sell your course. What makes someone pick you over another course? The key is the promises you make to your client. The pages that are well-converting typically contain attention-grabbing copy and visuals representing all the benefits and closing by a clearly defined call-to-action.
To begin, first, go to the Web site
Visit the Website to start it up and then include your headline, images and text.
How to do it within CreativeMindClass
- Click the Websitein Main Menu to launch it.
Get the attention of the viewer
When you are creating your site, you need to get the message across quickly before your potential customer is able to move on.
The first thing they read is your headline. The headline explains what visitors is going to get from your online photography course. It clearly describes the advantages of the course.
Make sure it's short, sharp, and clear. The most effective way to make sure the headline is shorter is to use another headline. It can be like ending a sentence, or even another sentence that supports the principal statement.
What is it? in CreativeMindClass
- Click the on Edit button in the the Welcome section.
- Type the HEADLINE. For example "Capture your thoughts through photography".
- Create a the SUB-HEADLINE. For example "Become your own photographer you've always envisioned yourself to become".
Add inspiring visuals
The hero image (or background videos) that you upload to the top portion of your course website help visitors understand what you have to offer.
What does the image of the hero say about the benefits of your online photography class? Put your prospective customer within a situation you've created to help them. If you've developed a training course such as making dog portraits and you want to create the collage of photos or even a background video using the finished photos. Your images should be huge clear, sharp, and of high-quality.
What is it? in CreativeMindClass
- Click the the Edit button located in Welcome section.
- Click HERO image, BACKGROUND VIDEO or an animationto upload your own images.
Start your class
Provide some basic information about your photography online course.
What is it? How long is it? How many lessons do you provide? Do you offer any bonuses items? What is the course's project? Who will the class be for?
The information provided helps visitors who skim through your site quickly to understand what they're buying.
How to do it within CreativeMindClass
- Click the "Edit" button located in Overview section.
- Type HEADER. Example: "Shoot an original picture series".
- Type PARAGRAPH. For an example "Level up your skills with step-by-step guidance on assignments to attain learnings that you're proud of".
Highlight benefits
Clearly stated benefits persuade most users. Include more information regarding your class, its results of the course, as well as its value.
What are the skills they will acquire? What will the class do for students? What are the changes they undergo? What problems do you solve?
The easiest way to highlight benefits is to write a short, punchy, and clear header. Then, add a sub-header to support the main statement. In your paragraphs, write shortly about the key results of your learning, then describe in simple words the value that you're offering.
A different way to emphasize the benefits of your course is to use an eye-catching photo.
How do I get it within CreativeMindClass
- Click the Edit button on Benefits section.
- Type HEADER. As an example, "Make your creative juices go".
- Use the Type SUB-HEADER. Example: "Get an amazing concept".
- Write a PARAGRAPH. For example "If you're searching for easy ways to stimulate imagination, then you're in the right place. I'll help you make you come up with an idea that could result in show-stopping images ".
- Click SECTION IMAGEand upload the image you want to use. Pro Tip: Concentrate on the three primary benefits. Make the text short and simple to keep the visitor's attention. Removing anything that's hard to follow.
Offer a sample of the course
Anyone who's looking the course page wants to get an inside look at what's inside. Make that with a jaw-dropping promo trailer. To create a promotional trailer, you could create an impressive and dynamic video of 30-60 seconds.
What is it? in CreativeMindClass
- Click My Classin the menu bar to open it.
- In class, click the on the class page tab to display it.
- Select VIDEO TRAILERto upload your promotional video.
Share it with your viewers
Congratulations! Once you've prepared the course's website Your online photography course creation is completed. It's an exciting time after all the hard work.
A new type of project starts! The time is now to share the news to your target audience. Insert the link to your site, social media, email, or blog, and start the promo campaign. Pro Tip: Prior to you share the course with your students, be sure that all of your classes, courses, and assignments are publicly available.
What is it? in CreativeMindClass
- Click Settingsin main menu menu to start it.
- Copy CreativeMindClass Page URL.
- Make sure you share the lesson with the audience.
You're all done!
Hope this guide has helped you become more organized and provided you with the necessary room to make the best learning experience for your students.
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