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This document provides guidance for instructors starting a course on Udemy. It covers choosing a course format, equipment needs, recording locations, outlining the course, and a timeline for course creation and promotion.

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Quick Start Guide

for Udemy Instructors

Quick Start Guide
for Udemy Instructors

How to start your course:

1. Purchase a microphone today. Choose one from our recommended list.
2. Submit a test video to get free advice on your home studio.
3. Start an outline with your sections and lectures.

Resources for Instructors

Studio U
Studio U is Udemy’s community of thousands of instructors on Facebook. It’s
moderated by Udemy and it’s the best place to ask questions and learn from

works, ask the community!

Teach Hub
Visit the Teach Hub for a wealth of course creation resources, plus info on how
to market your courses, and news from the instructor community.

Support Center
Question 1: What type of course are you making?

Your first decision point will be whether you’ll appear on video. Not all instructors do.
Even though all Udemy courses are video-based, some consist entirely of screencasts.
You may choose to appear in your videos in order to create a connection with your
audience or to demonstrate something in physical space. For subjects such as
programming or using software, a screencast may be all you need.

Decision 1:
A.— Talking head: you’ll appear on camera
B.— Screencast: you’ll record your screen
C.— Hybrid: you’ll do both

Resources to help with Question 1:

Marketplace insights for choosing your topic

Choosing the right lecture format

Question 2: What equipment will you need?
For all instructors, no matter what sort of course you’ll be creating, you will need a
reliable microphone to capture good, clean audio. The built-in microphones in your
computer or headphones are not sufficient to capture the quality of audio necessary
for an effective course. Your microphone may be the most important investment
you make.

That said, most instructors spend less than $100 to get started recording their first
course. You can always add accessories later when you get a feel for what you need.

Decision 2:
(check all that apply)

A. Mic B. Camera C. Screencast software

a.— Lav a.— phone a.— yes
b.— USB b.— DSLR b.— no
c. — other c. — other

If you’re going to appear on screen in your lectures, you’ll need a camera. For many
instructors, a smartphone is adequate.

You may find that available lighting--natural daylight or household lamps--meet

your needs, or you may choose to purchase a simple lighting kit. See the equipment
guide in the resources below for more information.

Resources to help with Question 2:

Recommended equipment list of instructors’ top picks for recording both

talking head and screencast videos. We’ve included options for every budget.

Filming Set Up/Equipment

Question 3: Where will you record?
Choosing a location to record is one of your most important choices for capturing

construction, as well as indoor sounds such as air conditioning or pets. You might

There are also simple ways you can reduce echo using rugs or blankets. We have
a wealth of resources online to help you navigate common challenges of
recording environments.

The test video is a free service to help you get your production basics
right before you record your lectures. It’s free, and you can do multiple tests as

Resources to help with Question 3:

Guide: No-Shame Hacks for Better AV Results

Free mini course: How to Shoot Your Videos

Free mini course: How To Improve Your Audio/Video Quality

Question 4: How will you plan your course?
An outline helps you organize your ideas and sets the stage for a successful course.
A course outline can be a text document, spreadsheet, or chart. To get started you
can use the templates we’ve provided in Google Docs or Sheets. You might also use
a mind-map, or any format that helps you to organize your ideas.

Example:

Resources to help with Question 4:

Google Sheets Course Outline Template

Google Docs Course Outline Template

Free mini course: How To Create Your Course Outline

Free mini course: How to Set your Course Goals

Question 5: When will you work on it?
When creating your course, it’s important to plan ahead to be sure you can fulfill
all the requirements and meet your deadlines. You can plan out your course creation
using the journey map below. Every course is different, and you’ll probably have to
adapt the timeline to your own needs.

Start with the key dates from the journey map, then set additional deadlines
for yourself that will support your strategy for completing each milestone.

Resources to help with Question 4:

Tools to try:

Google Calendar and other calendar apps are the

most important tools to help you block out your time.
Use the guide below to plan ahead and dedicate
time to each step.

Google Drive is great because it backs up all your work

to the cloud. You can use Google Docs for starting to
script your first lectures and you can use Google sheets
to track your progress on each one.

Trello can be great for your course outline. Each column

can be a section and each card can be a lecture. You can
also use it to track your progress and next steps

Evernote is great for gathering all your course content

in one place. Use their web clipper to help gather examples.
Use the reminder feature to set deadlines for recording
individual lectures.

Asana is a project management app. Add tasks and deadlines

and view them in the calendar tab. Update the status of each
item to gamify your progress.

Advanced! Scrivener is not a free tool and comes with a bit of a

learning curve. It’s designed for writers and content creators and
helps you organize your work in bite-sized chunks. It might be
Scrivener worth your while if you plan to do a lot of scripting.
The Course Creation Journey
Week Task Target Date
Weeks 1-2 Plan
Define your topic

Identify target audience

Set course goals

Outline: Define your scope and

topics you'll cover

basic equipment

Get your home studio and running

Weeks 3-6 Produce

Record and upload a test video June 1st

Rehearse and record your lessons

in audio and/or video

Edit your raw footage into useful lectures

Week 7 Publish
Begin uploading your lectures

Write your Course Landing Page description

Request your customized course image

Submit your course for review June 30th

Pass review. Your course is now live! July 7th

Weeks 8+ Promote
Spread the word

Market your course to your target audience

August 31st
FAQ / Udemy Instructor Essentials
Are there requirements to get started? Am I qualified to teach on Udemy?
We believe anyone can be a great teacher. The only requirements are that you…
- Create a course that meets our minimum quality requirements
- Complete the Instructor Verification Process to confirm your identity.

How much does it cost to be an instructor?

It’s free to become an instructor and submit your course on Udemy. However,
we do recommend making a small investment in a microphone to ensure your
audio meets our minimum quality standards.

How will I get paid?

- Read the Instructor Payment Overview
- Complete a Premium Instructor application
- Learn about Udemy Instructor Revenue Share

Can I use a pen name or use my company name?

Yes, you can use a pen name or company name as your official public-facing
name. But please keep in mind that you will need to submit your real name and
credentials in the instructor verification process.

Can I teach a course in any language?

Yes. The Udemy site is available in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian,
Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Turkish, Dutch, Polish and Chinese, but
you are welcome to create your courses in any language!

Does Udemy have exclusive rights to my content?

No. When you create a course and host it on Udemy, you still own the rights to
your content.

How should I price my course?

Learn about pricing your course on Udemy

Will Udemy market my course for me?

You can opt in to Udemy’s marketing and promotions

How can I market my course?

Follow our guide at Marketing your course 101
Recommended Mics
+ Recording Tools
Screencast
USB Mic Screencasting
Options: software options:
Audio-Technica Screencast-o-matic
ATR2100 ($64) (free)