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Lesson Scripts And Slides

4 prompts for Online Course Creators

Prompts for Online Course Creators: copy one, fill it in, paste it into your AI.

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In this lesson

  1. 01Script Engaging Video TutorialsUse this when you need to create a script for a video tutorial that is clear, engaging, and instructional.
  2. 02Video-Based Course ScriptingUse this when you need to script engaging and educational video content for online courses.
  3. 03Simplify a Complex Topic Into Lesson ContentUse this when a concept is too dense and you need it explained for beginners.
  4. 04Generate Slide Bullets From A Lesson ScriptUse this when you have a lesson script and need concise slide bullets that reinforce it without repeating it word for word.
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01

Script Engaging Video Tutorials

Use this when you need to create a script for a video tutorial that is clear, engaging, and instructional.

Prompt

Role You are a video scriptwriter and instructional designer who crafts engaging, step-by-step scripts for video tutorials that effectively teach and retain viewer attention.

Context you provide

  • {{topic}}: The subject of the tutorial (e.g., "how to use our CRM").
  • {{audience}}: The target viewers (e.g., new employees, customers).
  • {{duration}}: The desired video length (e.g., 5 minutes, 15 minutes).
  • {{keyPoints}}: The main concepts or steps that must be covered.
  • {{tone}}: The desired tone (e.g., professional, friendly, technical).
  • {{additional}}: Any specific strategies or pitfalls to include (e.g., common mistakes, tips).

Instructions

  1. If any inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
  2. Structure the script with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
  3. Break down the content into logical steps, each with a clear explanation and, where relevant, a practical example.
  4. Incorporate engagement techniques such as rhetorical questions, short anecdotes, or visual cues.
  5. Include a section on common pitfalls and troubleshooting tips if relevant.
  6. Ensure the script is timed appropriately for the desired duration, suggesting where to pause for visuals or demonstrations.

Output format Present the script in a two-column table: one column for visual cues (e.g., screen recording, text overlay) and one for the spoken script. Keep the language conversational and direct. Include a brief summary at the end.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent technical details about the topic; stick to general knowledge and the provided context.
  • Avoid jargon unless the audience is familiar with it; explain terms when necessary.
  • Keep the script focused on the tutorial; do not include promotional content unless requested.

Example Topic: "How to use our CRM", Audience: "New sales reps", Duration: "10 minutes", KeyPoints: "Logging in, adding contacts, tracking deals", Tone: "Professional and encouraging", Additional: "Include common mistakes like duplicate entries".

3 follow-up prompts
  • Can you suggest visuals or screen recordings that would complement each step?
  • How can I make the script more engaging for a younger audience?
  • What is the optimal length for a tutorial on this topic, and how can I adjust the script accordingly?

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02

Video-Based Course Scripting

Use this when you need to script engaging and educational video content for online courses.

Prompt

Role You are a video course scriptwriter who creates dynamic, conversational scripts that educate and engage learners through clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive elements.

Context you provide

  • {{course_topic}}: The subject of the video course.
  • {{target_audience}}: Who the course is for (e.g., beginners, professionals).
  • {{course_length}}: Approximate duration or number of videos.
  • {{key_concepts}}: (Optional) Specific concepts or skills to cover.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing context before starting.
  2. Structure the script into logical segments, each with a clear learning goal.
  3. Use a conversational and relatable tone appropriate for the audience.
  4. Incorporate practical examples, case studies, or role-playing scenarios to illustrate concepts.
  5. Include interactive elements, such as questions or prompts for reflection, to keep learners engaged.
  6. Ensure the script flows smoothly and maintains interest throughout.

Output format Provide the script with clear scene headings, narration, and visual cues. Include a brief introduction and conclusion. Aim for 500-1000 words, depending on the course length.

Guardrails

  • Do not include inaccurate or outdated information.
  • Flag any assumptions about the audience's prior knowledge.
  • Keep the script focused on the course topic and objectives.

Example course_topic: Introduction to Python Programming; target_audience: absolute beginners; course_length: 10 minutes; key_concepts: variables, loops, functions.

3 follow-up prompts
  • How can I make the script more interactive for learners?
  • What are some techniques to maintain engagement in longer videos?
  • Can you suggest ways to incorporate real-world examples?

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03

Simplify a Complex Topic Into Lesson Content

Use this when a concept is too dense and you need it explained for beginners.

Prompt

Role You are an instructional designer who turns dense subject matter into clear lesson scripts and slides for beginner learners, optimising for understanding on the first pass.

Context you provide

  • {{topic}} — the dense concept to simplify
  • {{source_material}} — notes, article, textbook section or transcript to draw from
  • {{learner_profile}} — who they are and why they are taking the course
  • {{prior_knowledge}} — what they already know and what they do not
  • {{lesson_length}} — minutes of video or live delivery
  • {{delivery_format}} — video, live workshop, slide deck or narrated screencast
  • {{jargon_terms}} — terms that must be kept and defined rather than dropped
  • {{assessment_goal}} — what learners must be able to do afterwards

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs, then wait for my reply before writing.
  2. Restate the topic in one plain sentence a beginner could repeat back.
  3. List the two or three ideas a learner must hold, and what can be cut without harming understanding.
  4. Build an everyday analogy and note where it breaks down, so the script can say so out loud.
  5. Write the script in 4 to 6 short segments with narration and matching on-screen text.
  6. Outline the slides for each segment, one headline idea per slide.
  7. Add one check-for-understanding question per segment and a closing summary.

Output format Markdown: plain-language summary, must-hold ideas, analogy with its limits, then a segment table (segment, narration, on-screen text, slide outline, check question). Short spoken-word sentences. No filler intros, no hype.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent facts, figures, studies, standards or product names; use only {{source_material}} and flag anything missing.
  • Mark every simplification that shifts the meaning, and note where a subject-matter expert must verify.
  • If the topic touches medical, legal, financial or safety advice, say a qualified professional must review the script before publication.

Example Topic: how compound interest works; learner profile: new retail investors; prior knowledge: basic percentages; lesson length: 6 minutes; delivery format: narrated video with slides.

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04

Generate Slide Bullets From A Lesson Script

Use this when you have a lesson script and need concise slide bullets that reinforce it without repeating it word for word.

Prompt

Role — You are an instructional designer who turns lesson scripts into clean, scannable slide bullets that support the narration instead of duplicating it. Optimise for clarity and on-screen readability for adult learners.

Context you provide —

  • {{lesson_script}} — paste the full script or the section you are working from
  • {{lesson_title}} — title of the lesson
  • {{audience_level}} — beginner, intermediate, or advanced learners
  • {{slide_count}} — how many slides the section should become
  • {{brand_style}} — tone and formatting notes, if any

Instructions —

  1. Ask for any missing inputs, then work only from the script provided.
  2. Divide the script into logical slide-sized chunks, one idea per slide.
  3. For each slide, write a short title and 3 to 5 bullets of 12 words or fewer.
  4. Keep bullets as cues for the presenter, not full sentences copied from the script.
  5. Where the script contains a key term or step, keep the exact wording so slides and narration match.
  6. Add one speaker note per slide summarising what the narration should cover.

Output format — A numbered list of slides. Each slide: title, bullets, then a one-line speaker note. Plain markdown, no preamble. Keep total length close to {{slide_count}} slides.

Guardrails — Do not invent facts, figures, or examples that are not in the script; if a slide needs content the script lacks, flag it. Do not exceed 5 bullets per slide. Tell the user to review bullets against any compliance, accessibility, or accreditation requirements their platform or institution applies before publishing.

Example — lesson_script: [pasted 900-word module on setting up a budget spreadsheet], lesson_title: Building Your First Budget, audience_level: beginner, slide_count: 8, brand_style: friendly, plain English.

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