How to Start Your Own Business -Entrepreneurship Ages 8-12 (Self-Paced)
In this self-paced course students will understand what makes a strong business idea, brainstorm their own business ideas and identify characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.
Apples2Zippers Learning Academy
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssessment
There will be no letter grade for this class unless requested by the parents.Grading
includedClass Experience
In this self-paced course students will understand what makes a strong business idea, brainstorm their own business ideas and identify characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.
Have you ever thought about owning your own business? If so, what would the business be?
Lesson 1 - Understanding Entrepreneurship
◾ Define entrepreneurship
◾ Identify and describe key characteristics of successful entrepreneurs
◾ the importance of small businesses in the US economy
◾ Differentiate between different types of entrepreneurship
◾ Outline the stages of the entrepreneurial process
◾ Apply problem/solution techniques for generating innovative business ideas
Lesson 2 - Hurdles of Entrepreneurship
◾ Discuss the different roles an entrepreneur commonly fills when launching a business
◾ Analyze why startups fail and how to overcome obstacles faced by entrepreneurs
◾ Examine ethical considerations in entrepreneurship and make ethical decisions
Lesson 3 - How to Build a Business
◾ Explain various ways to fund a new business
◾ Analyze sample elevator pitches and their effectiveness
◾ Understand how social media marketing can help reach their target audience
◾ Identify key considerations when hiring for their new business
Lesson 4 - Planning and Pitching a Business
◾ Explain the purpose and components of a business plan
◾ Apply problem/solution techniques for generating innovative business ideas
◾ Create a lean business plan
(Optional )Final Project:
After learning about the basics of entrepreneurship and how to start and build a business, students will apply that knowledge in creating a sample business! Students will use google sites, google slides, PPT, etc in which students will create a business presentation, advertisement, and present an elevator pitch to your class.
NOTE that you are not making an actual product; you will be working on the business idea, plan, pitch, and marketing strategy that you would present to potential investors (classmates).
Any required experience or knowledge learners need?
No prior knowledge is needed.Learning Goals
Students will understand what makes a strong business idea, brainstorm their own business ideas and identify characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Understanding Entrepreneurship
Define entrepreneurship
Identify and describe key characteristics of successful entrepreneurs
Explain the importance of small businesses in the US economy
Differentiate between different types of entrepreneurship
Outline the stages of the entrepreneurial process
Apply problem/solution techniques for generating innovative business ideas Lesson 2:
Hurdles of Entrepreneurship
Discuss the different roles an entrepreneur commonly fills when launching a business
Analyze why startups fail and how to overcome obstacles faced by entrepreneurs
Examine ethical considerations in entrepreneurship and make ethical decisions Lesson 3:
Planning and Pitching a Business
Explain the purpose and components of a business plan
Apply problem/solution techniques for generating innovative business ideas
Create a lean business plan Lesson 4:
Launching a Business
Understand personal finance considerations when starting a business
Identify the appropriate business structures for starting a business
Explore various funding options for startups
Discuss tax considerations for entrepreneurs Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses Nearpod.
Joined November, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Arkansas Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Saint Peter's University
Master's Degree in Education from Arkansas State University
Master's Degree in Education from Arkansas State University
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Film/Cinema/Video Studies from Ithaca College
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Arkansas State University
🍎 Mrs. Adamson - Hello, my name is Mrs. Adamson, I am the owner and founder of Apples2Zippers Learning Academy organization on Outschool. I have been teaching for 20 years. I am a state certified and licensed teacher PreK - 12th grade. I am licensed and certified educator in Business Technology & Business Education, Special Education Instructional Specialist, Family & Consumer Sciences, and a graduate of the Career and Technical Education Leadership Academy and ESL Instructor and certifications in TEFL/TESL/TESOL. I am also an entrepreneur, small business owner, travel agent, W!SE Financial Literacy Instructor, Serv-Safe Instructor, and I hold a Master's Degree in Education and a Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Health Management. I am an advocate of Career and Technical Education (CTE), life skill classes that are designed to provide students the knowledge and skills necessary for everyday living.
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Self-Paced Class
$25
weekly4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 2 learners
Ages: 8-13
