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How to Start Your Own Business-Entrepreneurship Teens (Self-Paced) Ages 13-18

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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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.
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Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 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 
mins online live lesson
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 
mins online live lesson
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 
mins online live lesson
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 
mins online live lesson

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Parental Guidance
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Arkansas Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Ms. Adamson Ed.S. - Certified Teacher
Master's Degree in Education from Arkansas State University
Ms. Adamson Ed.S. - Certified Teacher
Master's Degree in Education from Arkansas State University
Ms. Adamson Ed.S. - Certified Teacher
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Arkansas State University
Ms. Adamson Ed.S. - Certified Teacher
Apples2Zippers Learning Academy teachers are licensed and certified instructors with over 30 years of combined experience in the classroom. 🔗 https://outschool.com/teachers/apples2zippers?usid=22phBPHs&signup=true&authTrigger=follow_teacher&utm_campaign=share_leader_link 

🍎 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.

🍎 Mrs. Lauren - I'm a K-8 certified teacher in the state of Michigan and have been a teacher since 2011. I have a Masters degree in Teaching and Curriculum with an Educational Technology concentration and a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. Both degrees are from Michigan State University. I'm also a Google Certified Educator, both Levels 1 and 2. 

I taught K-8 Computer and PreK-5 Library classes at a private school in southeast Michigan from 2016-2021. In my teaching career, I also have experience in middle school Math and English Language Arts, along with the general elementary classroom. On Outschool, I have taught various technology classes since summer 2020, including typing/keyboarding, Google Slides design, and coding.

I'm very passionate about technology in education and I love teaching young students about all sorts of tech programs and skills - typing and word processing, slide shows and other presentations, graphic design, spreadsheets, website creation, video editing, coding, and more. My goal is to help students build new tech skills, apply them in creative ways, and have lots of fun while learning!

🍎Ms. Hollye - My name is Mrs. Hollye, and I specialize in technical courses for Apples2Zippers organization. I hold a bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University and a master’s degree from Delta State University, both in Business Administration. I am a community college instructor in the state of Mississippi, and I have enjoyed teaching a variety of technical courses in my five years of teaching. I have a passion for teaching students of all ages. I love to see my students grow and learn throughout the duration of a course. 

🍎Mrs. Sarah D. - Hello! My name is Mrs. Sarah D and I specialize in Business classes for the Apples2Zippers organization on Outschool. I'm a K-12 certified teacher in the state of Pennsylvania and have been a teacher since 2010. I hold a Masters Business Education and am currently a  PhD candidate in Instructional Management and Leadership. I'm also a Microsoft Innovative Educator. 

I currently teach Business and Computer Science classes in a public high school in south western Pennsylvania. I currently teach Intro to Business, Personal Finance, Sports and Entertainment Management and Marketing, International Business, Information Technology I and II (A+ and Network+). I have also taught Accounting, Web Design, and Intro to Coding. 

I am a second career teacher, prior to teaching I worked in finance before following my true passion. In addition to teaching I also coach boys and girls volleyball. I love learning and really enjoy helping my students and players realize what they are truly capable of doing. Whether it is learning typing skills, the 4 P's or how to serve a ball, there is nothing more fulfilling than seeing them enjoy the sense of accomplishment.

🍎Mrs. Lisa T. - Hello, my name is Mrs. Lisa and I'm an experienced educator with a diverse background. My areas of expertise and certification include Kindergarten through 6th grade teacher, 7th and 8th grade all four core areas, Gifted and Talented Teacher and Director of Education, Special Education Grades 4 through 12 specialist as well as building principal for PreK through 8th grade. During Covid shutdowns and quarantines I discovered that my students and I loved the online platform. I taught in a one to one school. Every student had a laptop as well as a school hotspot if their family asked for one.  I chose not to do the minimum "office hours" as my school required. I felt this did not meet my students' needs. I ran an online classroom during regular school hours as well as recorded the class for those students who were unable to connect with us or needed to hear the lesson more than once. My experience as a principal resulted in greatly improved learning for all students. The gifted students improved as well as those with learning disabilities. I believe in high expectations for all. High expectations that are attainable

🍎Mrs. Pope - Hello! My name is Mrs. Pope and I specialize in Typing classes for the Apples2Zippers organization on Outschool.
I am a certified K-12 teacher in the state of Pennsylvania and have been teaching since 2018. I hold a bachelor's degree in Spanish Education and am currently working on my master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. 
I have teaching experience in elementary, middle, and high school. I currently teach Spanish at the high school level. I enjoy teaching students of all ages and watching them grow and learn. I am very passionate about teaching in general and want to help students learn valuable life skills such as typing to help them succeed in the future.

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$15

weekly or $60 for 4 weeks
4 weeks

Completed by 6 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 13-18

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