The Best Online Course Platforms
Jan 29, 2022
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What is an online course?
It's pretty simple!
An online course is a collection of videos that teach about a certain subject.
Anyone can create an online course about anything!
In this post, I'll give you 50 different online course ideas, so you can start brainstorming!
Why should I create an online course?
Great question! Here are 5 reasons you should create an online course:
1. Not super hard to create
With some guidance of course -- that's where I come in!
2. Low start-up cost
You don't have to spend much money to start an online course business.
3. Impact more people
Your online course has the potential to help people all over the world!
4. Work from anywhere
An online course is just that -- ONLINE! You can create and sell your course from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
5. Potential to earn passive income
This is my favorite, and why I love online courses. Click here to read more about how we earned passive income from an online course.
Where should I host my online course?
Alright, let's get to the best online course platforms! An online course platform is where the materials of your online course are housed. It's where the students who purchase your online course will sign in and watch the course.
Here are our favorites:
1. Kajabi
2. Teachery
3. Thinkific
4. Teachable
Kajabi
Features: all-in-one platform, great customer support, Facebook group for Kajabi users, website, email, podcast, coaching, analytics
Price: $119/month (grab a free 30-day trial here)
Pros: all-in-one platform (website, email, courses, memberships, podcasting, and more), no transaction fees
Cons: price
Teachery
Features: unlimited courses, payment integration included, analytics
Price: $49/month
Pros: less expensive, no transaction fees
Cons: no website or email, no PayPal
Thinkific
Features: drag & drop storefront, e-commerce friendly, analytics, easy to set up
Price: $49/month
Pros: less expensive, no transaction fees
Cons: no email service provided, no chat support feature
Teachable
Features: unlimited courses, integrates with 3rd party apps like Calendly, analytics, calculates taxes
Price: $29/month
Pros: less expensive
Cons: no website or email, 5% transaction fee
Which platform do we use?
We use Kajabi! We love the all-in-one platform, the customer support, and how easy it is to set up and maintain!
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