FLEX Inventor Entrepreneurial Mindset Thinking Beyond the Box 16W1
What's included
16 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Homework assignments will vary each week and may include individual or group projects, reading, or online research. Students should expect to spend approximately 30 mins per week on homework assignments.Class Experience
Dive into the entrepreneurial journey with our "The Inventor Entrepreneurial Mindset: Thinking Beyond the Box" flex class, where you'll unlock the secrets to successful business ideation, development, and execution. This course is tailored for individuals eager to explore the realms of creating value through innovative solutions. Over 16 weeks, you'll embark on a guided exploration of the entrepreneurial landscape, from generating groundbreaking ideas to understanding the intricacies of the market and making strategic decisions. Our flex class format allows you to learn at your own pace while being part of a community that shares your passion for business and innovation. Weekly Topics Outline: Introduction to Entrepreneurship: Understanding the entrepreneurial mindset and the journey ahead. Idea Generation and Validation: Techniques for coming up with and testing business ideas. Market Research and Analysis: Identifying your target market and understanding customer needs. Business Models and Planning: Different models for startups and creating a business plan. Building Your Brand and Marketing Strategy: Developing a brand identity and marketing your product. Financing Your Startup: Exploring funding options and financial management. Product Development and MVPs: Creating minimum viable products and iterating based on feedback. Digital Marketing and Social Media: Leveraging online platforms to grow your business. Sales Strategies and Customer Acquisition: Techniques for selling your product and gaining customers. Operations and Supply Chain Management: Streamlining operations for efficiency and scalability. Leadership and Team Building: Fostering an entrepreneurial team and culture. Intellectual Property and Legal Considerations: Protecting your ideas and understanding legal requirements. Scaling Your Business and Growth Strategies: Strategies for expanding your business. Innovation and Future Trends: Staying ahead with innovative practices and trends. Entrepreneurial Failures and Learnings: Lessons from setbacks and how to pivot. The Entrepreneurial Impact: Reflecting on the journey and planning for future ventures. The flexible schedule (Flex Class) allows your learners to watch the pre-recorded videos and do them at a time that is FUN for them! You can also spend extra time on the topics your child is most interested in. Since this is a flex class with no live meetings, students can log in at a convenient time to complete the week's lesson. We will be going through each week as a group and I will post the lesson weekly (depending on which day you started). No experience is required to take this class. Students will be provided with separate videos to watch for each topic. These are outlined below. The videos will contain the information required to give students a good understanding of each topic, and each one will include homework for the students to undertake during the week. Homework assignments will include writing a list of topics, interests, and areas of expertise in which the students might be interested in developing a business. After watching each video and completing the homework assignments, students will be provided with feedback and the specific next steps to make their projects. Timeframe for the Week: Mondays - The teacher will post the information needed for the week. Tuesdays-Wednesday - The teacher can answer any questions pertaining to the topic of the week. The students will need to complete any homework assignments and answer any questions in the class. Thursday - Students need to have all tasks completed and uploaded in the classroom. Friday - The teacher will provide feedback to the class and individual students, students will also be able to engage in peer-to-peer review and be able to discuss how they went about completing the tasks. Saturday - Sunday - Teacher will be available to answer any questions that the students may have for the week or the next week. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Concessions ▬▬▬▬▬▬ For parents/families who feel their child would benefit from this course, but their budget does not allow for it, I do offer a number of discounts for families of lower income. Please message me with the course, dates and times you are interested in to learn more about the discounts I might be able to offer. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Explosive Learning Teachers ▬▬▬▬▬▬ This class is currently being taught by Jo Reynolds.
Learning Goals
Develop an entrepreneurial mindset focused on creativity, resilience, and adaptability.
Generate, validate, and refine business ideas based on market research and customer needs.
Syllabus
16 Lessons
over 16 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to EntrepreneurshipIntroduction to Entrepreneurship
Understanding the entrepreneurial mindset and the journey ahead.Understanding the entrepreneurial mindset and the journey ahead.
Lesson 2:
Techniques for coming up with and testing business ideas.
Techniques for coming up with and testing business ideas.
Lesson 3:
Market Research and AnalysisMarket Research and Analysis
Identifying your target market and understanding customer needs.Identifying your target market and understanding customer needs.
Lesson 4:
Business Models and PlanningBusiness Models and Planning
Different models for startups and creating a business plan.Different models for startups and creating a business plan.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
None required.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Books:
"The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries: Offers a scientific approach to creating and managing successful startups in an age of uncertainty.
"Zero to One" by Peter Thiel: Discusses how to build companies that create new things, emphasizing the importance of unique innovation.
"The $100 Startup" by Chris Guillebeau: Inspires with case studies of individuals who built successful businesses with minimal investment.
"The Innovator's Dilemma" by Clayton M. Christensen: Explains why most companies miss out on new waves of innovation.
"The Entrepreneur's Guide to Customer Development" by Brant Cooper and Patrick Vlaskovits: A must-read for understanding customer development process.
Websites:
Entrepreneur.com: Offers advice, insights, and inspiration for entrepreneurs.
TechCrunch: Provides the latest technology news and information on startups.
Harvard Business Review: Features articles on business, management, and entrepreneurship.
Startup Grind: A global startup community designed to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs.
Lean Startup Co.: Resources on the Lean Startup methodology for developing businesses and products.
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Brighton University UK
Our instructor, Jonathan, brings a unique set of skills and experience to the table. With over 20 years of teaching experience, he has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a passion for teaching conversational English to learners of all ages. Additionally, he has worked as a martial arts expert and has performed around the world with various circus teams, showcasing his many talents, including bubbleology, staff spinning, juggling, and stilt walking. As a successful serial entrepreneur, Jonathan has a wealth of knowledge in financial management and investment portfolio management, making him an expert in identifying and seizing opportunities. His diverse background and extensive experience make him the ideal instructor for this class on using AI for better learning.
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Ages: 8-10