Posts by Ben Arellano
Organizing Training Content: Best Practices for Course Creators
Creating a great online course isn’t just about what you teach—it’s about how you present the material. While crafting high-quality lessons is essential, the organization of your training content can make or break the learner’s experience. As you may already know we built our learning management system WP Courseware out of necessity. When we first…
Read MoreHow to Start an Online Course Business in 2025
The online learning industry is booming, and 2025 is the perfect time to jump in. Whether you’re an expert in a niche topic or have a passion for teaching, starting an online course business can be a game-changer. But where do you begin? This guide will walk you through the entire process, from finding a…
Read MoreHow to Build a Sales Funnel for Online Courses
In the world of online education, the creation of compelling content is just the beginning. To truly flourish, educators must also master the art of attracting and retaining learners. This is where the sales funnel for online courses comes into play. A sales funnel for online courses maps out the journey potential students take from…
Read More10 Best Free WordPress Plugins to Enhance Your LMS
We have to admit…we’re pretty proud of how far WP Courseware has come! When we first conceptualized the plugin in 2011, we had no idea just how popular it would become. Thanks to you, our very intelligent and responsive user community, we’ve been able to integrate customer feedback to develop the leading choice for utilizing…
Read MoreHow online course creation platforms are changing education
Welcome, educators, trainers, and leaders of learning, to the future of digital education with an online course creation platform. Picture, if you will, an educational realm where the confines of physical classrooms dissolve into the vastness of the digital ether, where learning is unshackled by traditional boundaries. This vision is not from a distant future…
Read MoreCohort-based Online Courses: The Future of Digital Education
Cohort-based online courses are leading the transformative wave in the realm of digital education, skillfully combining the convenience of online learning with the rich, immersive experience traditionally found in a classroom setting. This innovative educational model leverages the power of group dynamics and structured learning to not only convey knowledge but also to build a…
Read MoreUsing AI for Curriculum Design + 21 AI Prompt Suggestions
In the evolving landscape of education, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer, especially in the realm of online learning. By leveraging AI, educators and institutions can design more personalized, engaging, and effective educational experiences. Let’s explore the potential of AI in curriculum design for online courses, discusses best practices for its implementation, and…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Gamification for Educators
In an era where digital learning platforms are increasingly becoming the norm, educators and course creators are constantly searching for innovative methods to captivate their audiences and enhance learning outcomes. This is where the concept of gamification in education leaps into the spotlight, offering a dynamic blend of motivation and engagement through game-like elements. Embracing…
Read MoreSelling Courses with WooCommerce Is a Breeze!
Selling Courses with WooCommerce is one of my favorite ways to sell online courses. WooCommerce was one of the first e-commerce plugins for WordPress, introduced in 2011. WooCommerce was immediately a hit within the WordPress community. As you may know, WooCommerce was acquired by Automattic in May of 2015 and is continually being improved. Selling courses with…
Read More6 Ways to Repurpose Your Course Content
Creating an online course is not an easy task, but once the hard work is done you can leverage your course in multiple ways by repurposing your course content. When I created my very first online video course back in 2010, I easily spent at least 100 hours shooting video, editing video, creating action guides,…
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