The method
Use this prompt directly in ChatGPT/Gemini/Claude. Provide the course topic & target audience. The LLM will generate a detailed course outline with modules, lessons, and objectives. Refine the outline iteratively by requesting specific changes to module content.
The prompts
Prompt 1
Create a detailed course outline for a MemberPress course on "Digital Marketing for Small Businesses." The target audience is entrepreneurs and small business owners with little to no prior marketing experience. The outline should include at least 5 modules, each containing 3-5 lessons. For each lesson, provide a brief description of the learning objectives and key topics covered. Include sections on SEO, social media marketing, email marketing, and content marketing. Prioritize practical, actionable strategies that participants can implement immediately to grow their businesses. The course should cover beginner to intermediate concepts and techniques.
Prompt 2
I want you to act as an expert instructional designer for a MemberPress online course. I need to create a course about 'Investing for Beginners'. The target audience includes individuals with absolutely no prior knowledge of financial markets. Please create a detailed course outline, including modules, lessons, and learning objectives for each lesson. Each module should contain no more than 4 lessons to keep the course manageable and engaging. Ensure the language is accessible, and avoids excessive jargon. Include modules on understanding risk tolerance, different asset classes, creating a diversified portfolio, and long-term investing strategies.