How Do You create a Photography Course Outline: Step-By-Step

Nov 29, 2022

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This step-by step guide will help you discover the steps to creating an online photography course outline in CreativeMindClass A free program used by top creators.

 - Start your course outline

Course outline guide example

 How to create a course outline in 4 easy steps

Create each lesson plan you'll require.

Planning the entire online photography class can become daunting. Trawling through the plethora of information is a source of uncertainty regarding what content should be included within the course online. A clearly-defined plan of the course will ensure that you can manage it.

The outline for your course is an easy but extremely efficient method of planning your online course lessons. This is similar to a "to-do" list of all the videos that you'd like to record during the course of filming the class. This usually includes a schedule of specific lessons with notes about content details and the learning outcome So you'll never forget a thing.

In this article we'll show you the practical method of creating a course outline using CreativeMindClass. You can create the outline and then refer to it on the day of recording so you won't forget any details. Additionally, you can download an online template to help you get started in minutes.

  This guide will help you follow these steps.  

  1.         Check the items you're doing to cover
  2.         Listing the specific learning outcomes
  3.         Use the outline of your course blueprint
  4.         Move from chaotic to organized
  5.         It is a reference on the video recording day

 1. Write down the topics you're covering

Start by listing the core subjects and elements you want to discuss. These could be introducing yourself, showing your best work, a course overview and equipment, lighting the hands-on aspect of your project, editing in post production as well as a conclusion. Do not go into details at this point. What could you cover in a video lesson lasting 3-10 minutes?

List the things you're covering

 How to do it in CreativeMindClass

  1. Create a new class for your course outline.
  2. Click the on the LESSONS tab to display it.
  3. Click the ADD LESSON option to start an entirely new lesson.
  4. In Lesson page tab, type LESSON TITLE. In this case, it could be "About myself".
  5. Include 10-20 lessons in your class. For example "Course Overview", "Equipment", "How to master composition", "Editing", "Conclusion"etc.

Pro Tip: Try to write down the subject quickly and then type in the title of each lesson without pondering them too much. Then, you can edit them later.

 2. Make a list of the specific learning outcomes

The heart of the outline for your course. It's where you list all the important points for each lesson you want to record. Think about specific learning outcomes as well as content that addresses your audience's questions or figure out the gaps not met by competitors.

No worries, no need to wonder where to begin. Below, you will find a blueprint you can use to create the very first lesson of your photography program.

List the individual learning outcomes

 How do I get it in CreativeMindClass

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

 3. Make use of the outline for your course

Are you having trouble creating your course outline? Here's a simple plan with three online photography courses with examples of lessons to assist you in starting your course.

   1. Create "About me" lesson outline

Introduce yourself and showcase your best work.

Creating your first lesson can be quite fun, and doesn't require much planning. Introduce yourself by clearly displaying your photographs. What would you like your students to know about you as photographer? Is there anything specific which inspires you? What lead you to the decision to become a photographer? This helps new students learn essential details about you as a photographer.

In addition to introducing yourself, display your photographs examples. What are your favorite photographs? Do they reflect your personality and the type of work that you perform? Perhaps you've won awards or mentions? There's no room for modesty there. The powerful self-introduction positions you as an experienced photographer and leaves a lasting positive impression.

   How do I get it in CreativeMindClass  

  1. Create a new lesson.
  2. Type LESSON DESCRIPTION to create your lesson outline. For example "My background, inspirations and photos, my prize I won this year, and the publication that published an article about my works".

PRO Tip: Next to introducing yourself, showcase your photography portfolio. Take care to select the top 8-12 images.

   2. Create "Course overview" lesson outline

Explain what this class will cover, then mention the exercises.

The course outline is where you outline the structure of the course, list the practical project(s) in the course overview, mention if it has downloads and materials, and make an outline of the things students will be learning. What is the subject matter of the course? What equipment will they require? These questions make your students more excited about their course. It also aids them in preparing, and manages their expectations.

   What is it? in CreativeMindClass  

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

   3. Plan out your lessons in instruction

Learn and transfer your skills.

You're now ready to create lessons based on the things you want your students to learn from you. The next lesson, think about learning objectives and the topics you will discuss to fulfill these objectives. Plan your lessons activities around clearly stated the learning goals and exercises. This is where you determine the things your students need to be able to comprehend and remember, and devise activities to support it at each step. What are the things your students require to learn? What are the topics that are covered? What kinds of hands-on activities that you can design?

   How to do it in CreativeMindClass  

  1. Create a new lesson.
  2. Type LESSON DESCRIPTION to create your lesson outline. For example "How to simplify the scene, What's the rule of thirds, how to utilize the negative space" (in the "How to master composition"lesson ).

PRO Tips: Write short points and then use them to create a to-do list during the filming day.

 3. From messy to well-organized

You might have created a course outline that you discover is now too lengthy or confusing. If you have lots of things to be covered, you should consider splitting your class into segments. Discard the lessons with no clear goal for the learning. Be ruthless at this stage so it doesn't become a time-consuming exercise.

Go from messy to organized

 How to do it in CreativeMindClass

  1. Click "Add Section"button to make a new section.
  2. Type Title of Section. For example "Introduction" section to include "About my self" and "Course Overview" lessons.
  3. Create additional sections for your lessons .

TIP: Group the same themes, tips, and ideas into sections. The lessons in those segments in the most rational manner.

 4. It is a reference on the video recording day

Traditionally you'd print out your to-do list to refer to during filming. Nowadays, a to-do list can be easily accessed via phones or laptops. It allows you to check off each lesson or modify your schedule as required.

 And you're done!

Now that your course outline is complete, you have a plan in place for your video recording. Utilize the templates below to set it up in minutes or check out our complete guide for how to create an online photography class.

  Get started with the outline of your photography course  

Begin for free by using CreativeMindClass's simple-to-use templates.

Course outline guide example

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