How do you determine when your course is ready to go live on Udemy?

Hi instructors,

Deciding when a course is truly ready to go live can be tricky! There’s often that perfectionist voice inside that keeps spotting imperfections, or the anxiety that comes with putting your course out into the world.

Today, we want to know: 
How do you determine when your course is really ready for students? 🎬

Do you follow a detailed checklist, ask for feedback from a test audience, or rely on your intuition? 

Share your best practices in the comments below—we’d love to hear how you make that final decision!

Comments

  • Hi Marina,

    Personally, a Course is ready for publication when I see it completely (as if I were a Student) and I end up liking it in every way, if I don't get excited about taking my own courses, then they are not finished yet,

    A hug

    GOOD LIFE TO THE RESTLESS MINDS!

  • PuneetGupta453
    PuneetGupta453 Posts: 26 trailblazer rank
    edited December 20

    Hi Marina,

    • A Common Challenge: "This is an intriguing question that puzzles instructors time and again: When is a course complete and ready for publishing?"
    • Focus on Objectives: Consider the course’s objective, the intended audience, and the skills it aims to enhance in your students.
    • Checklist and Enhancements: Once you’ve addressed these aspects, ensure your course meets these criteria. Add quizzes, assignments, and practice tests to make it comprehensive.
    • Perfection Not Required: Don’t aim for perfection initially. You can update or modify your course even after publishing.
    • Student Feedback: Continuously observe student feedback and refine the content. The "journey" of evolving a course is what makes it truly valuable for students.
    • Instructor Ranking System Suggestion: A topic-wise ranking system from Udemy could help instructors understand how their courses perform relative to others.
    • AI-Powered Suggestions: With AI advancements, Udemy might consider providing personalized suggestions to instructors for course improvement.

    Happy Teaching!