Begin with one practical outcome
Describe what someone should be able to do after learning with you. For a coaching programme, that might mean applying a reflection method independently. For an education project, it might mean explaining a concept and using it in a new situation.
Give each lesson a purpose
Group your ideas into a sequence. For every lesson, note the main idea, an example and an opportunity to practise. Move interesting extras into optional resources so the main path stays clear.
Try the journey before building it
Walk through your outline as a learner. Look for missing instructions, repeated explanations and leaps in difficulty. It is easier to reshape an outline than to re-record a finished course.
Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
What should I plan first in a course?
Begin with one practical outcome that describes what learners should be able to do by the end of the course.
How do I decide what belongs in each lesson?
Give every lesson one purpose, a clear explanation, an example and an opportunity for the learner to practise.
When should I test my course outline?
Test the learning journey before production, while the sequence is still easy to adjust.
