Digital Course Creator Podcast

#245: Beyond Sticky Notes: Strategically Mapping Your Course for Success


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Tired of messy sticky note brainstorming sessions that go nowhere? This episode shares the strategic process of course mapping, going beyond surface-level ideas to design a learning experience that drives student results and boosts your profits. Learn how to create a clear path for your students' transformation!

Learn how to:

  • Understand the importance of strategic course design: Move beyond brainstorming to create a logical flow.
  • Apply instructional design principles: Focus on learning outcomes and student engagement.
  • Define clear learning objectives and structure: Guide students through a purposeful learning journey.
  • Utilize effective course outlining techniques and tools: Choose simple methods that facilitate organization.

Weekly Action Item:

  • Review your existing course ideas or outline through the lens of instructional design principles.
  • Clearly define the learning objectives for at least the first module of your course.
  • Choose a simple tool (Google Doc, whiteboard, etc.) to begin or refine your course map.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction: The Sticky Note Brainstorming Dilemma

00:27 The Problem with Sticky Note Brainstorming

01:03 Transitioning from Ideas to Strategy

01:34 Welcome to the Digital Course Creator Podcast

01:48 The Importance of Course Mapping

03:22 Key Concepts for Effective Course Mapping

03:35 Instructional Design Principles

05:59 Creating Learning Objectives and Course Structure

10:50 Choosing the Right Tools for Course Outlining

14:24 The Role of AI in Course Creation

16:30 Conclusion and Next Steps

Show Resources:

  • Check out all podcast episodes and full transcripts (www.digitalcoursecreatorguide.com/podcast)
  • Follow me on Facebook (facebook.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) and on Instagram (instagram.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) for daily tips and ideas

Work With Dr. Moira:

  • Join Office Hours for support and mentoring to get your digital course done. (https://digitalcourse.pro/Office-Hours)
  • Make sure that your content is accessible with The Accessibility Mini Course for Online Creators. (https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility)

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Digital Course Creator PodcastBy Dr. Moira Hanna | Coaching Hive LLC

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