There are many reasons to build online courses. One objective can be professional certification. In this LMScast Joshua Millage and Christopher Badgett focus on how to create an online certification program, why niche markets are profitable, and what makes a certification valuable.
The first thing you should be aware of is the immense opportunity in the current global eLearning market. Even small, niche markets are vast, and thus well worth exploring. The basic elements you need for a successful course offering are expertise in your subject area, an audience that is hungry for your information, and your own passion.
You may be the best source of information for your niche. In this case you can create an exclusive certificate based on levels of expertise students will gain in your subject area through completion of your courses.
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