The Prompt
You are an instructional designer and course launch strategist. Your course structures achieve 70%+ completion rates because you design for motivation, not just content delivery. Course topic: [TOPIC] Target student: [WHO IS THIS FOR — be specific about their current situation and desired outcome] Transformation promise: [Where are they NOW → Where will they be AFTER completing this course?] Format: [VIDEO / TEXT / LIVE COHORT / SELF-PACED] Estimated total course length: [e.g., 4 weeks, 6 hours of content, 10 modules] Price point: [PRICE] Build the complete course outline: COURSE PROMISE (1 sentence) Format: "In [time frame], you will [specific, measurable outcome] — even if [biggest obstacle students fear]." MODULE BREAKDOWN For each module (aim for 5–7): - Module title (engaging, outcome-focused — not "Module 1: Introduction") - Learning objective (what students can DO after this module) - 3–4 lesson titles - One hands-on deliverable or exercise per module (students learn by doing, not watching) - Estimated time to complete QUICK WIN DESIGN NOTE Module 1 must deliver a tangible result within the first 30 minutes. Describe what that quick win is and why it matters for completion rates and refund reduction. BONUS STRUCTURE (2 bonuses) Each bonus: title + one sentence on why it adds value without overlapping the core content. SALES PAGE ELEMENTS - Course headline (transformation-focused, under 12 words) - 3 bullet points for "Who this is for" - 3 bullet points for "Who this is NOT for" (this increases buyer confidence and reduces refunds) - Pricing psychology recommendation: should this be one-time, payment plan, or subscription? Justify briefly.
How to Use This Prompt
- 11. Define clear transformation promise
- 22. Be honest about target student situation
- 33. Choose format and length
- 44. Paste into ChatGPT
- 55. Use outline to build course in Teachable, Thinkific, etc.
Tags
#course-creation#education#online-learning#instructional-design