Choosing the Right Format for Your Course
One of the most crucial decisions when designing your bootcamp is determining its length. The format you choose should align with your learning objectives and your students’ goals. Here’s a breakdown of the three main formats to help you decide:
2-Day Live Seminar: Quick Validation and Impact
Structure
- Duration: 2 days
- Objectives: 1–2 clear goals
- Primary Goal: Validate student interest in your bootcamp and pricing
Best For:
- Testing your teaching concept
- Receiving immediate feedback
- Validating your pricing strategy
- Delivering focused, high-impact learning
1-Week Bootcamp: Balanced Learning Experience
Structure
- Duration: 1 week
- Objectives: 3–5 clear goals
- Primary Goal: Achieve quick wins for both students and instructors
Best For:
- Covering multiple interconnected concepts
- Allowing time for practice and application
- Balancing depth with time commitment
1+ Week Bootcamp: Comprehensive Skill Development
Structure
- Duration: More than 1 week
- Objectives: 5+ clear goals
- Primary Goal: Upgrade skills based on Bloom’s Taxonomy
Best For:
- Building complex skill sets
- Allowing deeper learning and practice
- Driving lasting behavioral change
How to Choose the Right Format
When deciding, consider:
- Your confidence in understanding students’ needs and your teaching skills
- The maturity of your course material
- The complexity of the subject matter
- Students’ time availability
- The level of transformation you aim to achieve
- The number of skills or concepts to cover
Tip: Match the format to your objectives. Avoid cramming too many goals into a short timeframe or stretching a simple concept over multiple weeks.
Whether you opt for a quick 2-day seminar or an in-depth multi-week program, ensure the format supports your objectives and provides real value to your students.
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