- Focus: Polishing Course 1 to a high standard and preparing for the crucial phase of gathering real-world learner feedback.
- Rationale: This week emphasizes quality control and the practical step of preparing content for a wider audience, introducing the concept of user testing.
- Activities:
- Session 7 (1 hour - Facilitator-led):
- Advanced Tally.so Tips
- Embed one piece of media (short video, audio, or infographic).
- Demonstrate quick design tweaks (color palettes, fonts, spacing).
- Refinement Strategies
- Use a “Course Polish Checklist” covering:
- ✅ Grammar & spelling
- ✅ Conciseness (no text walls)
- ✅ Flow & transitions
- ✅ Sensitive and age-appropriate tone
- Preparing for Feedback
- Introduce a Feedback Form Template (Google Form or built-in Tally.so) with Likert scales and 2–3 open-ended questions.
- Practice: Each participant writes 2 custom feedback questions for their course.
- Independent Work (4-5 hours):
- Finalize Course
- Incorporate advanced features (media, aesthetics).
- Use polish checklist to review flow and tone.
- Set Up Feedback Mechanism
- Add embedded feedback questions in Tally.so or link an external Google Form.
- Peer Walkthrough Practice
- Share draft link with 1–2 peers/friends for quick pre-test impressions.
- Optional Showcase Prep
- Begin drafting 3–4 slides for the final presentation.
Team Tasks:
- Facilitator: Teach advanced Tally.so features; introduce Course Polish Checklist; provide feedback form template.
- Participants: Finalize Course 1, embed feedback form, do peer walkthrough.
- Support: Share quick design tips (fonts/colors/media embedding). Supporting Tools: Course Polish Checklist, Feedback Form Template, Media Resource Bank. Presentation/Output: Final polished Course 1 draft ready for deployment.
Revised version:
Week 4: Final Refinement & Preparation for Learner Feedback
- Focus: Polish Course 1 for real-world learner testing, ensure usability, and integrate feedback tools.
- Rationale: Final refinements and feedback readiness help ensure a high-quality learning experience. Learners gain confidence in their course’s value and usability.
Session 7 (45’ – Facilitator-led)
- Final Refinement Tips
- Clean up long text: shorten or turn into questions or visuals.
- Test the flow on a mobile device.
- Check logic: Do all paths and buttons work?
- Add micro-engagement messages (e.g., “You’re halfway 🎉!”).
- Upgrade the thank-you screen with next steps (e.g., links, communities, feedback form).
- Formatting Polish (Tally.so Tips)
- Use H1 for page titles, bold key text, highlight supporting ideas.
- Add icons/emojis for fun, italicize feedback prompts.
Independent Work (4–5 hours)
- Refine the Course
- Implement edits, visual enhancements, and user-tested logic fixes.
- Complete the course structure, including intro and closing screens.
- Embed Feedback Form
- Add feedback form at the end (in Tally or via external link).
- Use provided Quick Feedback Template:
- Was the course clear? (⭐1–5)
- Did you learn something useful? (Yes/Somewhat/No)
- One thing you liked + one thing to improve (split short text boxes)
- Would you recommend this? (Yes/No)
Session 8 (45’ – Facilitator-led)
- Preparing for Feedback
- Share tactics to get real learners:
- “Only 3 quick questions — 30 seconds max!”
- Place link right after final screen.
- Offer a playful badge (“Feedback Hero 🦸”) or thank-you message.
- Feedback Invitations
- Review and personalize sample invite scripts:
- "Hey! I made a 5-min course on [your topic] — would love your thoughts!"
- Add Tally.so link and a brief personal note.
- Support Session + Q&A
- Provide 1:1 support, troubleshoot links or layout issues.
- Review participants' courses for readiness.
Independent Work (2.5–3.5 hours)
- Finalize Course 1
- Make sure the full experience is complete, clear, and polished.
- Share final version on Asana.
- Prepare for Week 5 Learner Testing
- Have at least 2–3 real learners lined up for feedback next week.