Online Course Checklist

20 items · Productivity · Hard difficulty · 2 hours

Turn your expertise into a sellable online course—planned, recorded, and launched.

• Define target learner and list top 3 pain points

  Name audience, skill level, and measurable problems you solve.

• Validate course topic with surveys, keyword research, and competitor gaps

  Confirm demand using search volume, forums, and competitor offerings.

• Write a single-sentence measurable course outcome

  State the result learners will achieve (who + can do what + by when).

• Draft course curriculum outline with modules

  High-level module list that leads to the stated outcome.

• List 4–8 module titles under the curriculum outline

  Keep module titles outcome-focused and sequential.

• Break each module into 3–7 focused lessons

  Aim for 5–15 minute lessons or logical learning chunks.

• Choose content formats for each lesson (video, slides, quiz)

  Mix videos, text, quizzes, and assignments for engagement.

• Create lesson scripts or bullet-point templates

  Outline key points, examples, and calls to action per lesson.

• Set up a dedicated recording space with quiet acoustics

  Choose a small, quiet room with controlled lighting and minimal echo.

• Select and test microphone and camera; check audio levels

  Prefer a USB or lav mic and record a short audio test.

• Configure lighting, backdrop, and room acoustics; record a short test

  Use soft frontal light, clean background, and dampen reflections.

• Design a slide deck template with clear headings and simple visuals

  Use large fonts, consistent colors, and readable charts.

• Record a 5-minute sample lesson and review video and audio quality

  Assess clarity, pacing, visuals, and engagement.

• Edit videos, add captions, and export in web-friendly formats

  Cut pauses, add captions/subtitles, and compress for streaming.

• Choose a course platform, test content uploads, and delivery settings

  Compare features (hosting, payments, student access, integrations).

• Set pricing, payment options, and a clear refund policy

  Decide on one-time, subscription, tiers, and introductory offers.

• Create a launch marketing plan with timeline and goals

  Map pre-launch, launch, and post-launch activities and metrics.

• Draft an email sequence for pre-launch, launch, and onboarding

  Include lead magnet follow-ups and launch reminders.

• Prepare a sales page with outcomes, curriculum, testimonials, and CTA

  Highlight benefits, show module list, and include a clear buy button.

• Run a pilot launch with a small group and collect feedback to iterate

  Offer beta pricing, gather testimonials, and fix content gaps.

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