What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed50 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Class Experience
In this private 1on1 business class, students will take their first steps into becoming an entrepreneur, by learning how to start their own business, developing business skills, learning how to sell, executing business ideas and more! These class sessions are very student focused, so much of the lessons, discussions, and activities will be geared towards the business that they are interested in. Example: Are students interested in self-publishing their own book? Students would learn about how, as a self-publisher, the author/artist/creator often has to act as their own agent, publicist, social media guru, publisher, etc. And if the learner wants to focus on a certain area (such as creating a business logo), then the lesson(s) would be focused on that area. Other things that the learners can learn about include best methods of self-promotion/marketing, from social networks (like Facebook and Twitter), crowd speaking platforms (like Thunderclap), crowdfunding platforms (like Kickstarter), to blogs, newsletters, advertisements, promotional giveaways, and in-person appearances. ITINERARY: What the students would be doing during each meeting... (These 1:1 class sessions will be learner-directed, so the direction will this class often varies depending on the student.) Week 1: Discussing Fun Business Ideas & Goals (For students who never been in any of the business classes before and don't have an idea on what they want to do.) ✔️ Class starts with introductions. ✔️ Students share what things they are interested in, as well what business ideas that they would like to do. ✔️ Supply and Demand / What's Special About Your Business? Week 2: Learning about Logos and Trademarks ✔️ Students will learn what a Copyright is. And we will learn what a Trademark is. They will see some examples, including the things the instructor has copyrighted and trademarked. ✔️ Students will learn about the whole copyright/trademark craziness with DC and Marvel's "Captain Marvel", helping students understand why these Copyrights and Trademarks are so important! ✔️ Talking about Licensing and how that is related to Copyrights. Week 3: Designing your Business Name and Logo ✔️ Students will learn about logos. They will get to see example logos, included those designed by the instructor. ✔️ Talk about Trademarks and how logos are generally Trademarked. ✔️ Students watch short films about logos and trademarks. ✔️ Students practice designing logos on paper. ✔️ Students pick their logo design and try to work on simplifying the design. Other weeks... As these 1:1 class sessions are learner-directs, there are other possible business themed ideas that will be done in these classes with the student: ✔️ Students will follow along with the teacher as he puts together an example business plan. ✔️ Talking about different methods of Creating & Distribution. ✔️ Talking about different ways to promote your product. This is a LIVE class and is NOT pre-recorded. This class will be presented via cameras from the instructor. Students can interact with the instructor, as well ask questions during instruction. Students are expected to communicate with the teacher. Communication, visuals, and hands-on instruction are all the things that are important in helping the students get a better understanding of the subject. 💡 If their Stop Motion software is installed on the same computer as Zoom, it would be easier for students to show what they are doing, if they need help. They could also be able to show their classmates what they created.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to utilize and integrate essential communication and technical skills significant to 21st century life, work, and community.
Students will evaluate careers using critical thinking and problem-solving skills and apply information technology to achieve their business goals.
Other Details
Supply List
Paper and pencils (or pens) to write down their ideas and plans. They can also use a tablet (like an iPad) or a computer to type and/or draw their plans, if they want. I will occasionally post worksheets on the classroom page that can be printed out. While those are helpful, they are not required for this class. (For example, when we work on business plan, I will post a business plan template on the classroom page. They can print that out and use that for class, if they wish. If they don't print it out or don't have a printer, that's alright... During class I will be showing the template on my screen for them to look at. They can then write out their plans on paper, if they want.)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of La Verne
Associate's Degree in Education from Cuesta College
I am the owner of the small business company called "Raytoons Comics and Games". Through my businesses, I have self-published comic books, comic strips, animations, children's books, and graphic novels. I have distributed my products throughout the world (visit www.dir.raytoons.net to see distribution). For the comic books that I create, I print around 2000 to 4000 comic books per issue released. I use various printers in Canada, South Korea, and Hong Kong for my printing. You can see an example comic book printing receipt here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/2hd7p2bilotbo74/Jonathin%20Quackup%20%232%20Receipt.pdf?dl=0
My published comics include "Jonathin Quackup of the Planet", "Miced" and "Raytoons Cartoon Avenue". Here is a link to one of my past comic books: https://www.dropbox.com/s/yzv969dzbm89dcb/Jonathin%20Quackup%20Issue%2001.pdf?dl=0
I am also a credentialed teacher. I have Comic Book publishing and business-related classes for over 10 years. I have taught these classes for both adults and children in colleges, schools, and community centers. I have helped many children and adults get their comics and other products created and published. Here is an example of a comic publishing class that I have taught at a college: https://www.cuesta.edu/communityprograms/community-education/writing_publishing/print-publish-comics.html
Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$45
per sessionMeets on demand
50 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-18