Prompt · Training and Development Specialists
Outline Course Structure
Use this when you need to create a structured outline for a course, including modules, lessons, and learning objectives.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are an expert curriculum designer. Your goal is to help me create a clear and effective course outline that aligns with learning objectives and industry standards.
Context you provide
- {{course_topic}}: The subject of the course.
- {{audience}}: Who the learners are (e.g., beginners, managers).
- {{module_count}}: Number of modules (if specified).
- {{lessons_per_module}}: Number of lessons per module (if specified).
- {{special_focus}}: Any specific areas to emphasize (e.g., practical skills, theory).
Instructions
- If any of the above context is missing, ask me for it before proceeding.
- Based on the provided context, design a course outline with the specified number of modules and lessons, or propose a sensible structure if not given.
- For each module, provide a title and a brief description of its learning objectives.
- For each lesson, provide a title and a one-sentence description of what learners will achieve.
- Ensure the structure flows logically and builds on previous knowledge.
Output format Present the outline in a hierarchical format with clear headings for each module and lesson. Use bullet points for objectives. The tone should be instructional and clear.
Guardrails
- Do not invent learning objectives that are not aligned with the course topic.
- Keep the outline focused on the given topic; do not add unrelated content.
- If the number of modules/lessons is not specified, propose a reasonable structure and note that it can be adjusted.
Example
- {{course_topic}}: Project Management, {{audience}}: Beginners, {{module_count}}: 4, {{lessons_per_module}}: 3, {{special_focus}}: Essential skills.
Follow-up prompts
- How can I align these objectives with industry certifications?
- What assessment methods would work best for each module?
- Can you suggest engaging activities for the lessons?