Design Courses That Actually Stick

Use the science of learning to boost completion rates and student success

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Are you struggling to connect with your learners?

Stop drowning your students in content. Learn the "Chunking" secret to move your expertise from their screens to their long-term memory.

You've poured time and expertise into your course, only to hear crickets at launch, see low completion rates, and wonder, "What am I missing?"

Transform your course with learning theory

By the end of this course, you will have the tools to keep your students engaged and coming back for more.

In How People Learn: Learning Theory for Course Creators you will learn proven learner-centered principles to captivate your audience and increase impact.

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What You'll Walk Away With

Become the Go-To Expert in Your Niche

When your students see real results because your course is "designed for the brain," your credibility and your sales will grow through word-of-mouth.

A Proven Blueprint for Your Curriculum

Say goodbye to random modules. Use the 3-leg stool of Behaviorism, Cognitivism, and Constructivism to build a structured, high-impact learning journey.

Boost Completion Rates

Apply strategies that keep learners engaged and motivated all the way to the final module.

Avoid Common Mistakes

Sidestep the typical course design pitfalls that lead to drop-offs and disengagement.

Confidently Use Learning Theory

Demystify educational theory and use it to make smart, informed design decisions.

Create Transformational Learning

Go beyond information delivery! Build courses that spark real change in your learners’ lives.

But There's More!

In addition to the secrets of designing engaging online courses, you will get...

  • The Learning Theory Worksheet: Plan how you will apply learning theory to your course.
  • The Course Creator Secrets Community: Access a community of course creators just like you. Together, we can tackle any course design challenge you face.
  • Expert feedback: Get actionable feedback on your learning theory course plan from an experienced instructional designer.
  • Course Completion Certificate: Share your accomplishment with your employer, on social media, or apply for CE credit.

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Ready to design courses your students actually finish?

How People Learn: Learning Theory for Course Creators gives you the practical tools to build engaging, high-impact learning experiences. With bite-sized lessons and access to a community of creators, you’ll quickly learn how to apply proven strategies that motivate learners and drive real transformation. Enroll now and start building courses that truly make a difference!

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Curriculum

In this unit, you will learn how to write clear, measurable learning objectives that guide the design of your online course. The learning objectives you create will serve as the foundation for course activities, assessments, and future projects throughout the course.

Delve into the research-backed principles that explain how learners acquire, process, and retain new information. You’ll see why understanding mental, emotional, and environmental factors is crucial for designing courses that truly stick.

Explore how behaviorism uses stimuli and reinforcement to shape learning. You’ll learn to craft timely, specific feedback loops—like self-checks and quizzes—that keep students motivated and on track.

Trace the path from sensory input through working memory to long-term storage. You’ll master chunking, mnemonics, and multi-format presentations to reduce overload and boost retention.

Discover how learners construct understanding through hands-on experience and social interaction. You’ll design experiential exercises and collaborative projects that turn abstract concepts into personal, real-world insights.

Don't just take our word for it...

“If you’re looking for someone experienced in e learning technologies and passionate about making distance education engaging, Amy is your person!”

Jeanetta B.

“Amy was the forerunner of the literacy badges that our library offered to students and patrons. She created the online program to teach students about the credibility, accuracy, and timeliness of sources and how to best use them. Amy's innovative idea helped many students with their educational growth and needs.”

Chrystal S.

Meet Your Instructor

Amy Ferguson

MLS

Hi! I'm Amy, creator of Course Creator Secrets. I started my course creation journey in 2004 as an instruction librarian, back when teaching mostly happened face-to-face. But as online learning took off, I quickly realized I needed to meet students where they were—online. I taught myself how to design instructional videos, build interactive tutorials, and lead webinars long before virtual learning became the norm. Over the years, I’ve continued to grow as an educator and creator, earning a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design from Texas A&M University-Commerce in 2022. Today, I’m passionate about helping others design courses that truly connect and make learning stick.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long do I have access to this course?

    You can access this course throughout its lifetime. 

  • Is this course for beginners?

    Yes! This course is designed for beginners and is also a great refresher for experienced course creators and instructional designers.

  • What if I am unhappy with this course?

    No problem! Course Creator Secrets offers a 7-day money-back guarantee for all products under $100 and a 14-day money-back guarantee on all products over $100.

  • What if I have more questions?

    We are happy to answer any of your questions! Email us at [email protected].

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