Course Designer
Make a digital resource to teach students about a job. Show what people in that job do, what skills they need, and why it could be interesting career to try.
Section A: The Brief
Careers can start with one email, here's yours.
Welcome to the Course Designer experience!
I’m Alan from Astranda, and I’ll be your mentor for this experience. You’re stepping into the role of Course Designer with Astranda. We need your help to teach other students about a career of your choice.
Pick a job (like a pilot, chef, or doctor) and teach students about the role. Make a short TikTok style educational video to help explain the career.
Remember to aim high, stay on track, and present your work professionally. We can’t wait to see what you bring to the table.
If you have any questions or want feedback, I’m just an email away at alan@astranda.com.
Regards,
Alan
alan@astranda.com | Head of Partnerships
Section B: The Job
Step into the role.
Course Designer
Level: Entry-Level
Duration: ~5 Hours
Result: Performance Report
Role Description: Create digital educational resources to help students learn.
Key Performance Indicators: Measured by your ability to plan, create and communicate a lesson.
Key Deliverables
By the end of this experience, you will have created:
Here are some key details to key in mind as you work:
Why is this important: Educational organisations rely on high quality resources
Tech stack: Google Docs/Sheets/Slides, ChatGPT, Canva
Common challenges to avoid: Using language that students don't understand
Expert tip: Your resource should get students to do something, not just read or watch it
Section C: The Workflow
Phase 1: Lesson Planning
Step 1.1 - Resource Preparation
Resource Plan
As a Course Designer, your job is to plan an educational video about a career. Your goal is to help students learn something new about a job. This could include what people in that job do, what skills they need, and why it could be an exciting career to explore. Before filming the content, you must create a Resource Plan.
A Resource Plan is like a short “lesson plan” that teachers create, which helps you organise your ideas before you start creating your resources.
Your first step as a Course Designer is to research your topic from reliable sources. Choose one job, such as pilot, chef, or doctor. Find out what people in that job actually do, where they work, and what skills or tools they use.
Write a simple Resource Plan that includes:
The learning outcome - what you want students to understand or be able to do by the end
The key terms you’ll teach - important words students should learn
The student level - expected language level of students aged 15
The video script - what you’ll say in your video including questions to ask
Your teammates at Astranda suggest using their Resource Plan template available here. (LINK)
When your research and plan are ready, you’ll be one step closer to recording your video. Good planning is an important skill for teachers and anyone who helps others learn, because it keeps lessons clear and easy to follow.
Phase 2: Teaching
Step 2.1 - Video Creation
Educational Video
You’ve done your research and made your resource plan so now you’ll bring your lesson to life. Your job is to teach your chosen career in a short, clear, and fun video.
Before you start recording, look at your plan. Make sure you know the key terms you want to teach, the main goal of your lesson, and how you’ll explain each idea. Review your script to help you stay on track. Your teammates at Astranda suggest using Canva to make your video. Here’s a quick and easy guide to help you get started:
Source: Canva
When recording:
Speak slowly and clearly with energy - Speak like you’re telling a story or explaining something to a friend
Show pictures or props if you can - Include a chef’s hat, a pilot’s headset, or other equipment
Keep it short and focused - Aim for about 60 seconds
Be creative and interesting - You can act out parts of the job, show real tools, draw pictures, or add slides or clips
After recording, watch your video and check:
Did you explain the key terms clearly?
Did you reach your learning goal?
Is the language level right for students aged 15?
When you’re happy with it, share your video with others to get feedback. Remember, the best educational videos don’t just tell facts they make learning exciting and inspire students.
Deliverable Due
Congratulations on completing the Astranda Course Designer experience!
You’ve learned how real educators plan, create, and review content for students. Here’s what you did:
You researched a job using trusted websites.
You wrote a short plan for a teaching video, including key words, what students should learn, and how you’d explain it.
You created and shared your own video lesson.
This is exactly how real teachers develop their skills. You’ve shown strong attention to detail, creativity, and communication skills — all key qualities for a successful teacher.
Once you submit the work and receive feedback, you can add it to your CV or LinkedIn under Projects as “Astranda - Course Designer".
Quick reminder, please follow the Submission Guidelines below to finalize your completion.
This is a meaningful step toward a career in law. We’re proud of your progress, and you should feel confident knowing you have what it takes to keep moving forward. Keep stacking achievements and experiences that set you apart.
Regards,
Alan
alan@astranda.com | Head of Partnerships
How to Submit
Submit your work, get feedback, certificates and more.
Submission Guidelines
Put everything in one folder
Name it:
Astranda_[ExperienceName]_[YourFullName]_[School]Include your docs, slides, videos, images, and any source files.
Upload to Google Drive
Open Drive → New → Folder (use the name above) → upload your files.
If your work is in Google Docs/Slides/Sheets, make sure each file has a clear title.
Set sharing permissions
Right-click the folder → Share → General access: Anyone with the link → Viewer.
Important: Do not require sign-in and do not give edit access.
Double-check by opening the link in an incognito window—if you can view it without logging in, you’re good.
Enter your details below:
How to Submit Your Work (via Google Drive link)
Put everything in one folder
Name it:
Astranda_[ExperienceName]_[YourFullName]_[School]Include your docs, slides, videos, images, and any source files.
Upload to Google Drive
Open Drive → New → Folder (use the name above) → upload your files.
If your work is in Google Docs/Slides/Sheets, make sure each file has a clear title.
Set sharing permissions
Right-click the folder → Share → General access: Anyone with the link → Viewer.
Important: Do not require sign-in and do not give edit access.
Double-check by opening the link in an incognito window—if you can view it without logging in, you’re good.
Copy your sharable link
Right-click the folder → Copy link.
Email your submission
Subject:
Submission: [ExperienceName] – [Your Full Name] – [School]Body: Paste the link and write a professional email including these details - Name: [Your Full Name], School: [Full School Name], Experience: [ExperienceName], Drive Link: [paste your view-only folder link]
Final checks before sending
The link opens without “Request access.”
All files load and play (videos, slides, etc.).
File names are clear and professional.
No personal data you don’t want shared.
Receive feedback
We will examine all your submitted materials
We will reply with your Performance Report and Certificate of Completion via email within 7 days
We will also share your next experience to continue your progress towards your dream career
If you want to try a different career path, please email alan@astranda.com.
Tips
Large videos? Upload to the same folder (don’t attach to the email).
Multiple versions? Keep only the final in the root folder; move drafts into a “Drafts” subfolder.
Keep a backup copy for your records.
