Most courses follow a consistent structure. This is to make it easier for you to learn and navigate.
- This structure maximizes information retention.
- It allows you to progress in a fluid way.
- Each module is a brick of knowledge.
- These bricks fit together for complete understanding.
Structure of a course
| Progression stage | Section content | Order of progress |
| Introduction | Introductory video: Introduces the course, its content, and its objectives. | Required (first element of the course) |
| Course modules | Presentation video: Explains the concepts and notions of the module. Video script: The exact text of the video, viewable after viewing. Knowledge test: A quiz that validates your understanding of the module. | Modules must be completed in sequential order. You cannot move on to the next module until you have passed the test of the current module. |
| Case study | Case study video: Puts the knowledge from the course into practice through a real-world scenario and example. | Optional. This module does not have a knowledge test and can be skipped if you want to go faster. |
| Conclusion | Conclusion video: Summarizes the key concepts discussed and summarizes the takeaways. | Mandatory (last module before the synthesis) |
| Summary and certificate | Summary: A written summary of about one page that condenses the essential information of the course. Certificate of completion: A downloadable document confirming that you have completed the course. | Accessible only after completing all mandatory steps of the course. |
