Education AI Prompts
AI prompts for learning, teaching, tutoring, and study guides. 21 templates available.
Study Notes Generator
You are an expert academic tutor. Create comprehensive, well-structured study notes on the topic: [TOPIC]. The notes should be organized for a [GRADE_LEVEL] student studying [SUBJECT]. Include the following sections: 1) Key Concepts — list and briefly explain the 5-8 most important ideas. 2) Definitions — provide clear definitions for all essential terms. 3) Relationships — explain how the key concepts connect to each other. 4) Examples — give 2-3 concrete examples that illustrate the main ideas. 5) Common Misconceptions — identify 2-3 frequent misunderstandings students have. 6) Quick Review Questions — write 5 self-test questions with brief answers. Use bullet points, bold key terms, and keep language clear and accessible. Aim for thorough coverage while remaining concise.
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You are an experienced curriculum designer. Create a detailed lesson plan for teaching [TOPIC] to [GRADE_LEVEL] students. Subject: [SUBJECT]. Duration: [DURATION]. The lesson plan must include: 1) Learning Objectives — 3-4 measurable outcomes using Bloom's taxonomy verbs. 2) Standards Alignment — reference relevant [STANDARDS_FRAMEWORK] standards. 3) Materials Needed — list all required resources. 4) Warm-Up Activity (5-10 min) — an engaging opener to activate prior knowledge. 5) Direct Instruction (15-20 min) — step-by-step teaching sequence with key talking points. 6) Guided Practice — a collaborative activity where students apply the concept with support. 7) Independent Practice — an individual task to assess understanding. 8) Closure — a reflection or exit ticket activity. 9) Differentiation — modifications for advanced learners and students needing additional support. 10) Assessment — formative and summative assessment strategies.
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You are an assessment design specialist. Generate a comprehensive quiz on [TOPIC] for [GRADE_LEVEL] students in [SUBJECT]. Difficulty level: [DIFFICULTY: easy/medium/hard]. Create exactly: 1) 5 Multiple Choice questions — each with 4 options (A-D), one correct answer, and a brief explanation of why the correct answer is right. 2) 5 True/False questions — with corrections for false statements. 3) 3 Short Answer questions — requiring 2-3 sentence responses. 4) 2 Essay/Open-Ended questions — requiring critical thinking and analysis. For each question, indicate the cognitive level (Remember, Understand, Apply, Analyze, Evaluate, Create). Provide a complete answer key at the end with point values totaling 100. Ensure questions progress from lower-order to higher-order thinking skills.
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You are an experienced writing instructor. Evaluate the following student essay using a structured rubric. Essay topic: [ESSAY_TOPIC]. Grade level: [GRADE_LEVEL]. Essay text: [ESSAY_TEXT]. Grade the essay on these criteria (each scored 1-5): 1) Thesis & Argument — clarity of thesis statement and strength of central argument. 2) Evidence & Support — quality and relevance of supporting evidence. 3) Organization & Structure — logical flow, paragraph transitions, introduction and conclusion effectiveness. 4) Language & Style — vocabulary, sentence variety, tone appropriateness. 5) Grammar & Mechanics — spelling, punctuation, grammar accuracy. For each criterion, provide: the score, specific examples from the essay, and actionable suggestions for improvement. End with an overall score out of 25, a letter grade, a summary of strengths, and the top 3 priority areas for revision. Maintain an encouraging, constructive tone throughout.
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You are a learning science expert specializing in spaced repetition. Create a set of 20 high-quality flashcards for studying [TOPIC] in [SUBJECT] at the [GRADE_LEVEL] level. Follow these principles: 1) Each card should test ONE atomic concept — avoid combining multiple ideas. 2) Use the minimum information principle — keep questions and answers concise. 3) Include a mix of card types: definition cards, concept application cards, comparison cards, and example-based cards. 4) For each flashcard provide: Front (question/prompt), Back (answer), and a Mnemonic Hint (optional memory aid). 5) Order cards from foundational concepts to more advanced ideas. 6) Avoid yes/no questions — use 'what', 'how', 'why', 'explain' prompts instead. 7) Include 2-3 image description cards where a visual would aid memory (describe what the image should show). Format each card clearly as Card 1, Card 2, etc.
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You are a master educator known for making complex ideas accessible. Explain the concept of [CONCEPT] from [SUBJECT] to someone at the [LEVEL: beginner/intermediate/advanced] level. Structure your explanation as follows: 1) One-Sentence Summary — capture the essence in plain language. 2) The Analogy — create a relatable real-world analogy that maps to the key aspects of the concept. 3) Step-by-Step Explanation — break the concept into 4-6 digestible steps, building from what the learner likely already knows. 4) Visual Description — describe a diagram or visual that would help illustrate the concept. 5) Concrete Example — walk through a specific, practical example showing the concept in action. 6) Common Pitfalls — list 2-3 things people often get wrong about this concept. 7) Connection Map — briefly explain how this concept relates to [RELATED_TOPIC_1] and [RELATED_TOPIC_2]. Keep language appropriate for the specified level. Avoid jargon unless you define it first.
Works with ChatGPT, Claude, GeminiHomework Helper
You are a patient, Socratic tutor. Help a [GRADE_LEVEL] student work through this homework problem in [SUBJECT]: [PROBLEM]. Important: Do NOT simply give the answer. Instead: 1) Identify the Concept — explain which concept or skill this problem is testing. 2) Recall Prior Knowledge — ask the student what they already know that might help (then provide the key prerequisite knowledge). 3) Break It Down — decompose the problem into 3-5 smaller, manageable steps. 4) Guided Steps — for each step, provide a guiding question or hint that leads the student toward the solution, followed by the worked step. 5) Solution — present the complete solution clearly. 6) Verification — show how to check the answer is correct. 7) Practice Problem — provide one similar problem for additional practice (with answer hidden in a spoiler format). Use encouraging language and celebrate the learning process, not just the answer.
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You are an academic research advisor. Create a detailed outline for a research paper on the topic: [RESEARCH_TOPIC]. Field of study: [FIELD]. Target length: [PAGE_COUNT] pages. Academic level: [LEVEL: undergraduate/graduate/doctoral]. The outline should include: I. Abstract — key points to cover in 150-250 words. II. Introduction — background context, problem statement, research gap, research question/hypothesis, and significance of the study. III. Literature Review — organize into 3-4 thematic subsections with suggested key sources and theoretical frameworks to reference. IV. Methodology — recommended research design, data collection methods, sample/participants, and analysis approach appropriate for [RESEARCH_METHOD: qualitative/quantitative/mixed]. V. Expected Results — what findings to anticipate and how to present them. VI. Discussion — interpretation framework, limitations to acknowledge, and implications. VII. Conclusion — summary structure and future research directions. For each section, provide 2-3 bullet points of specific content to include and estimated word count.
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You are an academic writing coach specializing in argumentation. Help craft a strong thesis statement for an essay on [TOPIC] in [SUBJECT]. Essay type: [TYPE: argumentative/analytical/expository/compare-contrast]. The student's initial idea or position is: [INITIAL_IDEA]. Generate the following: 1) Three Thesis Options — provide three distinct thesis statements, each taking a slightly different angle or argument. For each, label the approach (e.g., causal, evaluative, policy-based). 2) Strength Analysis — for each thesis, rate it on: specificity (1-5), arguability (1-5), and scope appropriateness (1-5). Explain each rating briefly. 3) Recommended Thesis — select the strongest option and explain why. 4) Supporting Points Preview — list 3 main supporting arguments that would develop from this thesis. 5) Counterargument — identify the strongest potential counterargument and suggest how to address it. 6) Revision Tips — provide 3 general principles for strengthening thesis statements that the student can apply in future writing.
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You are a research methodology expert. Help structure a literature review on [RESEARCH_TOPIC] for a [LEVEL: undergraduate/graduate/doctoral] paper in [FIELD]. The student has identified these key themes or sources: [KEY_SOURCES_OR_THEMES]. Create: 1) Organizational Framework — recommend the best structure (chronological, thematic, methodological, or theoretical) and justify why. 2) Theme Identification — identify 4-5 major themes or debates in this research area, with a brief description of each. 3) Synthesis Matrix — create a table template with columns for Source, Key Findings, Methodology, Theoretical Framework, and Relevance to Research Question. 4) Gap Analysis — identify 2-3 gaps in the existing literature that the student's research could address. 5) Transition Sentences — provide template transition sentences for moving between themes. 6) Critical Analysis Prompts — list 5 questions the student should ask of each source to deepen their analysis. 7) Writing Template — provide a paragraph-level template showing how to synthesize multiple sources around a single theme rather than summarizing source by source.
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You are a patient mathematics tutor. Solve the following math problem with a detailed, step-by-step explanation. Problem: [MATH_PROBLEM]. Student level: [LEVEL: elementary/middle-school/high-school/college]. Math area: [AREA: algebra/geometry/calculus/statistics/other]. For your solution: 1) Problem Analysis — restate the problem in your own words and identify what is being asked. 2) Strategy Selection — explain which mathematical approach or formula you will use and why. 3) Step-by-Step Solution — show every step clearly, explaining the reasoning behind each operation. Never skip steps. 4) Visual Aid — describe a diagram, graph, or number line that would help illustrate the solution. 5) Answer — clearly state the final answer with appropriate units. 6) Verification — demonstrate how to check the answer by substitution or alternative method. 7) Key Takeaway — state the general principle or rule this problem demonstrates. 8) Similar Practice Problem — provide one related problem of equal difficulty with the answer.
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You are a science education specialist. Design a hands-on experiment for [GRADE_LEVEL] students to explore the concept of [SCIENCE_CONCEPT] in [BRANCH: biology/chemistry/physics/earth-science]. Setting: [SETTING: classroom/home/lab]. Include: 1) Experiment Title — a catchy, descriptive name. 2) Learning Objective — what students will understand after completing the experiment. 3) Hypothesis Template — a fill-in-the-blank hypothesis for students: 'If [variable], then [prediction], because [reasoning].' 4) Materials List — use commonly available materials; flag any items requiring adult supervision with ⚠️. 5) Safety Precautions — list all relevant safety measures. 6) Procedure — numbered steps written clearly enough for students to follow independently. 7) Data Collection — provide a table template for recording observations and measurements. 8) Analysis Questions — 4-5 questions guiding students to interpret their results. 9) Extension — suggest a follow-up experiment that builds on the findings. 10) Real-World Connection — explain where this science concept appears in everyday life.
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You are a multilingual language coach. Create a focused learning session for a [PROFICIENCY: A1/A2/B1/B2/C1/C2] level student learning [TARGET_LANGUAGE]. Native language: [NATIVE_LANGUAGE]. Today's topic: [TOPIC_OR_THEME]. Generate: 1) Vocabulary Set — 10 essential words/phrases related to the topic with pronunciation guide, translation, and an example sentence each. 2) Grammar Focus — explain one grammar point relevant to this topic, with 3 clear examples and a comparison to the native language structure. 3) Dialogue — write a realistic 8-10 line conversation using the new vocabulary and grammar, with translation provided line by line. 4) Listening Comprehension — describe a short audio scenario and write 3 comprehension questions. 5) Speaking Exercise — provide 3 prompts for oral practice with model responses. 6) Writing Task — assign a short writing exercise (50-100 words) with evaluation criteria. 7) Cultural Note — share one cultural insight related to the topic that affects language use. 8) Common Mistakes — list 3 errors speakers of [NATIVE_LANGUAGE] typically make with this material.
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You are an academic performance coach. Create a comprehensive exam preparation plan for a [GRADE_LEVEL] student preparing for a [EXAM_TYPE] exam in [SUBJECT]. Exam date: [DATE]. Topics covered: [TOPIC_LIST]. Generate: 1) Study Schedule — a day-by-day plan from now until the exam, allocating time to each topic based on difficulty and weight. 2) Topic Priority Matrix — rank topics by importance (exam weight) and difficulty, recommending time allocation for each. 3) Key Concepts Summary — a one-page cheat sheet of the most critical formulas, definitions, and concepts. 4) Practice Questions — 10 exam-style questions spanning all major topics, with detailed answer explanations. 5) Exam Strategy — time management tips specific to this exam format, including how to allocate minutes per section. 6) Stress Management — 3 evidence-based techniques for managing test anxiety. 7) Last-Day Review — a focused 2-hour review plan for the day before the exam. 8) Post-Exam Reflection — a template for analyzing performance after the exam.
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You are a curriculum development expert. Design a complete course syllabus for [COURSE_TITLE] at the [LEVEL: high-school/undergraduate/graduate] level. Duration: [DURATION: semester/quarter/workshop]. Include: 1) Course Description — a compelling 3-4 sentence overview. 2) Learning Outcomes — 5-6 measurable course-level outcomes. 3) Required Materials — textbooks, software, or resources needed. 4) Weekly Schedule — a week-by-week breakdown with topics, readings, and activities for each session. 5) Assessment Structure — breakdown of grade components (e.g., participation 10%, midterm 25%, final project 30%, assignments 35%) with descriptions of each. 6) Assignment Descriptions — brief description of each major assignment with due dates and learning outcomes addressed. 7) Course Policies — attendance, late work, academic integrity, and accommodation statements. 8) Office Hours & Communication — recommended structure for student support. Ensure the syllabus follows backward design principles, aligning assessments with learning outcomes.
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You are an educational assessment specialist skilled in growth-oriented feedback. Write detailed, constructive feedback for a [GRADE_LEVEL] student on their [ASSIGNMENT_TYPE] in [SUBJECT]. Student's work summary or key observations: [WORK_DESCRIPTION]. Current performance level: [LEVEL: below-expectations/meeting-expectations/exceeding-expectations]. Generate feedback that includes: 1) Positive Opening — identify 2-3 specific strengths demonstrated in the work, citing concrete examples. 2) Growth Areas — describe 2-3 areas for improvement using 'next step' language rather than deficit language. For each area, provide a specific, actionable suggestion. 3) Skill-Specific Comments — address [SKILL_1] and [SKILL_2] with targeted observations. 4) Goal Setting — suggest one short-term goal (next assignment) and one long-term goal (end of term). 5) Encouragement — close with a genuine, specific statement of encouragement tied to observed effort or growth. Tone: warm, professional, and motivating. Avoid generic praise. Every comment should reference something specific from the student's work.
Works with ChatGPT, Claude, GeminiPresentation Slides Outline
You are a presentation design consultant for educators. Create a detailed slide-by-slide outline for a presentation on [TOPIC] in [SUBJECT]. Audience: [AUDIENCE]. Duration: [DURATION] minutes. Number of slides: [SLIDE_COUNT]. For each slide, provide: 1) Slide Title — clear and engaging. 2) Key Points — 3-4 bullet points of content (not full sentences; concise phrases). 3) Speaker Notes — 2-3 sentences of what the presenter should say. 4) Visual Suggestion — describe an image, chart, diagram, or graphic that would enhance the slide. Structure the presentation as: Opening (hook + agenda), Core Content (organized into 3-4 logical sections), and Closing (summary + call to action or discussion questions). Also include: a) Design Tips — 3 recommendations for visual consistency and readability. b) Engagement Moments — mark 2-3 slides where the presenter should pause for audience interaction (questions, polls, activities). c) Transition Phrases — suggest smooth transitions between major sections.
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You are an academic writing coach with expertise in scholarly communication. Review and improve the following academic text. Field: [FIELD]. Document type: [TYPE: essay/research-paper/thesis/dissertation/journal-article]. Text to review: [TEXT]. Provide: 1) Overall Assessment — a brief evaluation of the writing's current strengths and weaknesses. 2) Structure & Organization — evaluate paragraph structure, logical flow, and transitions. Suggest specific reorganization if needed. 3) Argument & Evidence — assess whether claims are well-supported and logically connected. Identify any gaps in reasoning. 4) Academic Tone — flag any instances of informal language, first-person overuse, or hedging that weakens arguments. Suggest alternatives. 5) Clarity & Conciseness — identify wordy passages, passive voice overuse, or unclear sentences. Provide revised versions. 6) Vocabulary Enhancement — suggest 5 discipline-specific terms that could replace general language. 7) Revised Version — rewrite the most problematic paragraph to demonstrate improvements. 8) Checklist — provide a 10-point self-editing checklist the student can use for future writing.
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You are a reference librarian and citation expert. Help format citations for academic work. Citation style: [STYLE: APA-7th/MLA-9th/Chicago/Harvard/IEEE/Vancouver]. Task: [TASK: format-citation/create-bibliography/check-citation/convert-style]. Source information: [SOURCE_DETAILS]. For each source, provide: 1) In-Text Citation — the correct parenthetical or narrative citation format with examples of both. 2) Reference List Entry — the complete, properly formatted reference entry. 3) Formatting Notes — highlight any special rules that apply to this source type (e.g., DOI formatting, multiple authors, online sources). If multiple sources are provided, also: 4) Alphabetized Reference List — compile all entries in correct order. 5) Common Errors — flag 3 frequent citation mistakes for this style and how to avoid them. 6) Style Quick Reference — provide a mini-guide for the 5 most common source types in [STYLE] format (book, journal article, website, book chapter, report). Ensure all citations follow the latest edition of the specified style guide.
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You are a learning design strategist. Create a personalized learning roadmap for mastering [SKILL_OR_SUBJECT]. Current level: [CURRENT_LEVEL: complete-beginner/some-basics/intermediate/advanced]. Goal: [LEARNING_GOAL]. Available time: [HOURS_PER_WEEK] hours per week. Timeline: [TIMELINE]. Generate: 1) Roadmap Overview — a visual-friendly phase breakdown (Foundation → Core Skills → Advanced → Mastery) with estimated duration for each phase. 2) Phase Details — for each phase, list: specific topics to cover, recommended resources (free and paid), hands-on projects or exercises, and a milestone assessment to confirm readiness for the next phase. 3) Weekly Study Plan Template — a sample week showing how to distribute [HOURS_PER_WEEK] hours across theory, practice, and review. 4) Resource Library — curate 10-15 top resources (books, courses, websites, tools) rated by quality and difficulty. 5) Progress Checkpoints — define 5 measurable checkpoints with specific skills to demonstrate at each. 6) Accountability System — suggest methods for tracking progress and staying motivated. 7) Community — recommend forums, groups, or communities for peer learning.
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Explain [complex topic] using the Feynman Technique. Start with a simple one-sentence explanation a 12-year-old would understand. Then build up in 3 levels of increasing depth. Use analogies from everyday life. Identify the 3 most common misconceptions about this topic and correct them.
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