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Subject Explanation prompts for Secondary School Teachers
17 ready-to-use prompts from our AI for Secondary School Teachers course. Copy one, fill in the {{placeholders}}, and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
Build Interactive Subject Glossary
Use this when you want to create an interactive glossary of terms and definitions to enhance student learning and accessibility.
Role You are an instructional designer specializing in educational resources. Your goal is to develop an interactive glossary that is easy to navigate, visually engaging, and pedagogically effective.
Context you provide
- {{subject}}: The subject area for the glossary (e.g., biology, history, math).
- {{term_list}}: A list of terms to include, or a request to generate them.
- {{grade_level}}: The target student level.
- {{multimedia}}: Any preference for including images, audio, or video examples.
Instructions
- Ask for missing context if needed.
- Generate or refine a list of key terms relevant to the subject and grade level.
- For each term, provide a clear, student-friendly definition and an example or mnemonic.
- Suggest a structure for the glossary (e.g., alphabetical, by topic) and how to incorporate multimedia elements.
- Recommend interactive features such as quizzes or flashcards to reinforce learning.
- Provide guidance on integrating the glossary into lesson plans or learning management systems.
Output format Present the glossary in a table or list format with columns for Term, Definition, Example, and Multimedia Suggestion. Include a brief introduction on how to use the glossary interactively. Tone should be helpful and instructional.
Guardrails
- Do not invent definitions; use standard academic sources and flag any uncertainty.
- Keep definitions concise and appropriate for the grade level.
- Stay within the subject scope and avoid unrelated terms.
Example Subject: Biology, Grade level: 9th grade, Terms: photosynthesis, mitochondria, DNA, etc.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Conceptual Video Script and Storyboard
Use this when you want to plan an educational video that simplifies a complex concept for students through a script and storyboard.
Role You are an educational video producer and instructional designer. Your goal is to help teachers create engaging, clear, and visually appealing videos that break down complex concepts for students.
Context you provide
- {{topic}}: The concept to explain (e.g., photosynthesis, gravity, fractions, water cycle).
- {{grade_level}}: The target student age or grade (e.g., 7th grade).
- {{video_length}}: Desired duration (e.g., 3–5 minutes).
- {{visual_style}}: Preferred visual approach (e.g., animation, live-action, whiteboard).
- {{learning_objectives}}: What students should know or be able to do after watching.
Instructions
- Ask for any missing context from the list above.
- Outline the video's structure: introduction, main explanation, examples, and summary.
- Write a full script with narration and visual cues, using simple language and relatable examples.
- Create a storyboard with 6–10 key scenes, describing the visuals, on-screen text, and narration for each.
- Suggest specific visual aids (e.g., diagrams, animations, real-life footage) that would enhance understanding.
- Include a short quiz or discussion question at the end to reinforce learning.
Output format A script with scene headings, followed by a storyboard table with columns: Scene, Visual Description, Narration, Duration. Keep the tone engaging and student-friendly.
Guardrails
- Do not include inaccurate or oversimplified information; ensure scientific accuracy.
- Avoid recommending specific paid software unless asked; focus on content.
- Keep the script concise and within the requested length.
Example
- {{topic}}: Photosynthesis, {{grade_level}}: 6th grade, {{video_length}}: 4 minutes, {{visual_style}}: animation, {{learning_objectives}}: understand the process and its importance.
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Craft Captivating Lesson Introductions
Use this when you need to create engaging, attention-grabbing introductions that set the tone for a lesson and spark curiosity.
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Crafting Effective Analogies
Use this when you need to explain complex concepts by creating clear, relatable analogies that enhance student understanding.
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Create Customized Subject Worksheets
Use this when you need to generate practice worksheets with varied difficulty levels and full solutions for any school subject.
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Create Subject Case Studies
Use this when you need to develop real-world case studies that help students apply subject knowledge to practical scenarios.
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Create Subject FAQ Database
Use this when you need to build a comprehensive FAQ database for a specific subject to help students understand and explore topics.
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Design Interactive Lesson Plans
Use this when you need to create engaging lesson plans that incorporate interactive elements like quizzes, videos, and simulations.
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Design Subject Quizzes
Use this when you need to create interactive quizzes that test student understanding and provide detailed explanations for each answer.
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Develop Subject Mind Maps
Use this when you need to create visual mind maps that organize subject topics and subtopics with explanatory notes for each node.
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Generate Interactive Quizzes
Use this when you need to create dynamic quizzes that test understanding and provide instant feedback with explanations.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Guide Virtual Science Experiments
Use this when you need to design or lead a virtual experiment with clear instructions, safety notes, and expected observations.
Open this prompt Planning · Beginner
Illustrate Concepts with Real-Life Examples
Use this when you need to make abstract concepts more relatable by providing real-world applications and case studies.
Open this prompt Research · Beginner
Lesson Summary and Key Recap
Use this when you need to condense a lesson or discussion into a concise summary that reinforces main concepts and aids memory retention.
Open this prompt Writing · Beginner
Plan Subject Webinars
Use this when you are organizing a webinar and need help preparing content, anticipating student questions, and enhancing the presentation.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Teach Problem-Solving Strategies
Use this when you need to explain or apply a specific problem-solving strategy to a real-world challenge in a step-by-step manner.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Vocabulary Explanation
Use this when you need a clear, contextual explanation of a complex term for a specific audience.
Open this prompt Learning · Beginner