I needed to reduce my 10-hour course to 1 hour (a 90% reduction!) and was unsure how to handle all the materials I had collected. I thought my research would be interesting for you, too.
A classic challenge for any educator: how to condense a rich, detailed subject into a concise, high-impact overview! It's like trying to fit an entire symphony into a pop song – you have to keep the most memorable melodies and essential movements.
For my "History of Russia: Ruling Dynasties" course, specifically the Rurikovichi part, requires a very strategic and often ruthless approach. The key is to shift from a comprehensive teaching goal to a compelling overview or teaser goal.
Here's how I approach it, step by step: