My first quilting class was a rag quilt. It was 4 weeks long. We were given a supply list when we joined the class. The 1st week we looked over the pattern, learned how to use a rotary cutter, and started cutting out our quilt blocks. Our homework was to have all the blocks cut before the second class. Our second class we learned to sew the X across the center. The third, we sew the blocks together. The 4th, we put the rows together and stitched the two outside rounds. Our throw was completed. We were all so proud. I know it sounds like a slow process but that was wonderful as a beginner because we didn't get overwhelmed.
After that, you still would have 5 weeks. The students would be more confident. They would be comfortable with their sewing machines and with everyone in the class. Then you could start the 4 block sampler wallhanging.
Angie