How to Create A Photography Course Outline: Step by Step

Nov 29, 2022

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Follow this step-by-step guide to discover the steps to designing an online photography course outline using CreativeMindClass A free program that is used by the top photographers.

 - Start your course outline

Course outline guide example

 How do you create an outline of your course in four easy steps

Make a plan for each lesson you will need.

Planning the entire online photography class can be difficult. The process of sorting through a myriad of materials creates a risk of confusion over what is required in the online photography course. But a clearly defined plan of the course will ensure that you can manage it.

A course outline is an easy but extremely efficient method of planning the online courses you will be teaching. It's similar to a do-to list of all the videos you want to make on the day of filming your course. The list usually consists of particular lessons, with notes about content details and the learning outcome So you'll never forget a thing.

In this tutorial will teach you the practical way to create the outline for your course with CreativeMindClass. You can create the outline and refer to it during the day of recording to ensure that you don't miss anything. There's also a free template that will aid you to start in only a couple of minutes.

  The steps in this guide  

  1.         Write down the elements you're doing to cover
  2.         List the individual learning outcomes
  3.         Make use of the outline of your course blueprint
  4.         Move from chaotic to well-organized
  5.         It is a reference during the day of recording

 1. Write down the topics you're covering

Start by listing the core topics and the elements you wish to include in your course. This could include introducing yourself, showing your best projects, an overview of the course and equipment, lighting projects that are hands-on, editing post-production and a final. Do not go into details at this point. What could you cover in just 3-10 mins of video instruction?

List the things you're covering

 How to do it within CreativeMindClass

  1. Design a class new for your outline for your class.
  2. Click the on the LESSONS tab to display it.
  3. Click the Add LESSON click to start a new lesson.
  4. In Lesson page tab, type LESSON TITLE. Example: "About myself".
  5. Add 10-20 lessons to your class. For example "Course Overview", "Equipment", "How to master composition", "Editing", "Conclusion"etc.

TIPS: It's better to list the subjects quickly and type the lesson titles without thinking too much. It is possible to change them later.

 2. Write down the learning outcomes for each individual.

This is the heart of the course outline. It's where you list the most important elements of each lesson that you wish to keep track of. Think about specific learning outcomes and the content that can answer the needs of your students or figure out what gaps aren't being filled by competitors.

There's no reason to be concerned about where to start. Below you can find an outline you can follow to design the initial lessons of your photography class.

List the individual learning outcomes

 How do I get it within CreativeMindClass

  1. Go to "Course overview" lesson.
  2. Type LESSON DESCRIPTION to create your lesson outline. For example "Course plan, gear, lighting, location, project, editing ".

 3. Use the course outline blueprint

Struggling with creating your course outline? Here's a simple outline with three photography online course lessons examples to assist you in starting your course.

   1. Create "About me" lesson outline

Introduce yourself and display your finest work.

The process of creating your first lesson can be quite fun, and doesn't require any preparation. Start by introducing yourself and show your finest photographs. What do you want your students to know about you as photographer? What is it that motivates you? Why did you take the decision to become photographer? This helps new students gain knowledge about your experience as photographer.

Alongside introducing yourself, show the photos you have taken. What are your most special photographs? What ones reflect your personal style and your work? that you perform? Do you have awards or mentions? This is not the place to be modest in this article. A powerful self-introduction position the photographer as an expert and creates a lasting, positive impression.

   What is it? in CreativeMindClass  

  1. Make a lesson plan for a brand new.
  2. Type LESSON DESCRIPTION to create your lesson outline. Example: "My Background, my inspirations, photos showcase, the award I've got this year, and the magazine that wrote about my job".

PRO Tips: Next to introducing yourself, showcase your photography portfolio. Carefully select 8-12 best images.

   2. Create "Course overview" lesson outline

Discuss what the course will be about, and mention the exercises.

In the course overview, it is a summary of the structure of the course, list the hands-on project(s) in the course overview, mention whether it includes downloads or materials, and make a preview of what people will be learning. What is the subject matter of the course? What gear will they need? This makes your students excited about their course. It also aids them in preparing for the course, and helps them manage their expectations.

   What is it? in CreativeMindClass  

  1. Create a new lesson.
  2. Type LESSON DESCRIPTION to create your lesson outline. For example "Course plan, shooting project, lighting, location, editing files".

   3. Plan out your instructional lessons

Learn and transfer your skills.

You're now ready to create lessons that are based on what that you wish your pupils to take away from your. The next lesson you should think about your learning goals and what topics you'll cover to meet these objectives. Develop your lessons' contents around clearly-defined learning objectives and exercises. You should define the things your students need to be able to comprehend and remember, and plan activities that will support it at each step. What do your students need to learn? What topics cover it? What are the hands-on exercises that you can design?

   How do I get it in CreativeMindClass  

  1. Create a new lesson.
  2. Type LESSON DESCRIPTION to create your lesson outline. Examples include "How you can simplify your scene, What is the rule of thirds? How to use negative space" (in the "How to master composition"lesson ).

PRO Tip: Write short points and then use them to create an agenda for the day of filming.

 3. From messy to well-organized

Perhaps you've created an outline of your course that you discover is now too lengthy or unclear. If you have lots of details to go over, think about splitting your class into segments. Discard the lessons that don't provide a clear outcome for learning. Try to be ruthless at this stage so you don't end up with a long-lasting task.

Go from messy to organized

 How to do it within CreativeMindClass

  1. Click Add Sectionbutton to create a section.
  2. Type the title of your section. Example: "Introduction" section to include "About myself" and "Course overview" lessons.
  3. Include additional sections in your classes .

Pro Tip: Group the same themes, tips and concepts into separate sections. In those sections, arrange the lessons parts in the most orderly method.

 4. Refer to it in the video recording day

Traditionally you'd print out your list of things to attend to when filming. Nowadays it's possible to have a list of tasks to be easily accessed via phones or laptops. This way, you can mark each lesson off or alter your schedule as required.

 And you're done!

Once your outline for the course is complete, you have a clear plan to record your videos. Follow the below template to create your video in a matter of minutes or go through our full guide to how to make an online photography course.

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