Working with the AI Course Outline Generator allows you to streamline your course creation workflow and ensure that your content meets the specific needs of your target audience.
We are in the process of slowly releasing this feature to all qualified creators.
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Generate Your Course Outline using the AI Course Outline Generator
About This Feature
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AI is transforming the landscape of work and creation. At Thinkific, we are committed to empowering our creators with the tools they need to thrive in their e-learning business. That's why we are excited to introduce our latest innovation: the AI Course Outline Generator. Powered by cutting-edge AI technology, this feature simplifies and accelerates the process of kickstarting your course ideas. Take advantage of this incredible tool to unlock your course creation potential and deliver exceptional learning experiences to your students! Some key benefits of using this feature include:
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Time-saving
The AI Outline Generator automates the process of creating a course outline, saving you valuable time and effort. Instead of manually brainstorming and organizing the structure of your course, the generator quickly creates a personalized outline based on the information you provide. This allows you to focus more on other aspects of course development, such as creating content and engaging with your audience. -
Personalized outlines
The generator takes into account the knowledge level of your audience, their background information, and the problems your course aims to solve. By inputting these details, the Generator creates an outline that aligns with your audience's needs and expectations. This personalized approach helps ensure that the course content is relevant, effective, and engaging for your target learners. -
Efficient content organization
The AI Course Outline Generator structures your course content into chapters and lessons, providing a clear framework to organize your materials. This makes it easier for you to plan and develop the components of your course. Additionally, the generated outline serves as a visual representation of the course flow, allowing you to identify any gaps or areas that require further attention.
Generate Your Course Outline using the AI Course Outline Generator
- From your Admin Dashboard, select Products
- Select Courses
- Click on the New Course button
- Select the Course Outline template
- Enter your description into the AI Outline Generator box and click Create
Optional: Click Skip - create blank product to create a blank course without using AI
Unsure about what you need to input into AI tools to get the result you want? Check out our video: How to write better AI prompts for tools like ChatGPT
This form has been designed to gather all the essential details required to create a personalized outline that aligns with your needs with one prompt. To start creating an outline, describe your course:
- What is it about? Describe your course content.
- Who is it for? Describe your audience, i.e. individuals you want to target with your course.
- What will they learn? Describe learning outcomes of your course.
For example, if you want to create a course named Baking Cookies for Beginners, your prompt might look something like this:
This course is about baking cookies. It is created for individuals who have little to no experience in baking but have an interest in learning how to make delicious cookies from scratch. They will master fundamental techniques, gain recipe versatility, understand ingredient functions, achieve consistent results, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence in their cookie-baking abilities.
You can provide as little or as much information. However, the more information you provide, the more tailored your outline will be.
After clicking Create on the prompt, the Outline Generator will begin preparing your outline, which may take a few minutes. Once completed, you'll be guided to the Course Builder, where you'll be able to customize the titles of the chapters and text lessons generated. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to add content to each lesson as desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to use the AI Course Outline Generator to create my course?
No, you don’t have to use the AI Course Outline Generator to create your course. While the AI Course Outline Generator offers numerous benefits such as time-saving, personalized outlines, and efficient content organization, the choice to use it or not is yours. If you would prefer not to use AI, simply click the Skip - Create blank product button in the bottom-left corner of the prompt screen.
Thinkific is dedicated to empowering creators with cutting-edge AI tools, but privacy and intellectual property considerations may influence your decision. You have the freedom to customize the generated outline and add your own content using the Course Builder,
Can I just use what AI has suggested without editing it?
Yes, you have the option to use the AI-generated course outline without editing it. However, it's important to note that customization and editing options are available to you through the Course Builder. This means you can modify the titles of the chapters and text lessons, as well as add your own content to each lesson as desired.
The level of customization is flexible, giving you the freedom to tailor the outline to your specific requirements and preferences.
Can I change what AI has suggested at a later date?
Yes, you can change the course outline at a later date through the Course Builder. This means you can modify the structure of your course by rearranging, adding, or removing chapters and lessons as needed. Additionally, you can add your own content to each lesson or make any other changes to suit your preferences.
The Course Builder provides you with the flexibility to adapt and refine the outline according to your evolving needs, ensuring your course remains up-to-date and aligned with your instructional goals.
Can I select which lesson types are created?
At the moment, only text lessons can be generated using AI Course Outline.
Will the AI Course Outline Generator create lesson content?
No, the AI Course Outline Generator will create a course outline only to help you expedite the course creation - you will still need to add your course content.