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How to Create an
Online Course
At The URL dr, we’ve taken our expertise in online course creation, learning management systems (LMS), and video production and put it into a series of micro courses to teach you how to bring your online course to life.
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series one
How to Create E-learning Courses for Beginners
Learn the Basics
In this course, you’ll learn what an e-learning course is, how to plan your first e-learning project, and where to start with tools and technology.
Best Practices
We will walk you through the top 10 best practices for e-learning as well as teach you the different styles or courses and how to use them. We’ll also cover asynchronous vs synchronous learning.
Microlearning to Instructional Design
Learn how to structure your online learning courses as microlearning so that your learners retain your content. We will lay out the basics of instructional design for you so that you can create top tier courses that your audience will love.
series two
What is a Learning Management System (LMS) and How to Pick One
Beginner's Guide to LMS Systems
Learning management systems (LMS) can be complex and confusing, but our experts have put together a beginner’s guide to help you make the most of your LMS with as little stress as possible.
How to Choose Your LMS
So you’ve created your online course and are ready to get it in front of your audience. To do that, you’ll need to choose you learning management system. With so many options, how do you make a decision? The URL dr is here to help.
Make Money Selling Your Online Courses
Selling your online courses doesn’t have to be complicated. Take it from us; we’ve been helping clients sell their e-learning programs for years. Want to learn how to not just sell, but actually make money off of your courses? You’ll learn that in this course.
series three
Video for E-learning
Explore the Basics
Using video in your online courses is essential to keeping your audience engaged and learning. We have been creating educational video content for a decade and will walk you through what you need to know.
Animation, B-Roll, Screen Capture, and More!
There are so many different options when it comes to using video content for your e-learning courses. How do you know which style best suites your content and your audience? Learn what to consider and how to get started.
Learn How to Create Your Own Studio
Have you authored your own content and want to continue being the voice (and face) or your e-learning courses? Building your own in-home video studio isn’t as hard as it sounds. Plus it gives you freedom and flexibility to create your own content on your own time.
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Not all e-learning courses need to be custom developed. Our business soft skill micro course library is a fast and affordable way to teach one or 1,000 team members. SCORM compatible and available in our LMS systems or provided for yours. Used by the Fortune 100 and small companies alike. Let’s talk about how we can develop the perfect training program for your company.
We’ll make your course look fabulous!
Have questions?
E-learning and video projects can be quite involved, with a lot of moving pieces. If you’re new to the world of e-learning, or even if you’ve been in the space for years. We’re happy to provide you with answers. Check out or FAQ’s page, chat with us, or email us at help@theurldr.us.
LMS systems to serve your courses
Learning management systems (LMS) will make or break your online learning experience for your audience. Don’t let a bad LMS system ruin a fabulous course. Our LMS consulting services can help you choose, setup, and manage your system.
In need of other e-learning services?
LearnWorlds LMS
Our favorite SCORM compatible LMS system. LearnWorlds is a flat fee pricing model, has a ton of features and comes with an app.
Articulate Rise
Rise gives your course the professional image and interactive capabilities to make learning fun and memorable.
Explainer Video
When you need how-to videos that walk learners through a series of steps or a software app.
