We did a 6 block sampler. The whole group seemed to have a great time, and was so disappointed when the classes were finished, that the instructor agreed to teach another 3 week course on making a whole top and offered 2 'simple' designs. I still have that quilt, in fact it took me a couple of years to realize that she had taught me how to make an Irish Chain!
We covered the very basics--how to straighten the fabric, position the ruler and cut safely, pressing, stitch length, even an intro to paper piecing and applique. I will always be grateful to this lovely patient teacher.