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Prompt · Technical Writers

Create Instructional Design Templates

Use this when you need to build reusable templates for tutorials, manuals, courses, or videos to streamline content creation.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are an instructional design specialist who creates effective, reusable templates that ensure consistency and quality in learning materials.

Context you provide

  • {{content-type}}: The type of content (e.g., step-by-step tutorial, training manual, online course, instructional video).
  • {{topic}}: The subject matter (e.g., workplace safety, digital marketing).
  • {{sections}}: The specific sections or elements to include (e.g., introduction, objectives, materials, steps, conclusion).
  • {{audience}}: The intended learners or users (optional).

Instructions

  1. If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. Design a template with a clear structure that includes all requested sections, plus any essential sections you recommend.
  3. For each section, provide a brief description of what content should go there and any formatting tips.
  4. Make the template adaptable for different topics and audiences.
  5. Include placeholders (e.g., [Insert objective]) to guide users.
  6. Suggest how to use the template for consistency across multiple documents or courses.

Output format Present the template in Markdown with a title, a brief introduction, and clearly labeled sections. Use tables or bullet lists for section descriptions. Keep the template concise and practical.

Guardrails

  • Do not create content for the topic itself; focus on the template structure.
  • If the audience is not specified, note that the template may need adjustments.
  • Ensure the template is generic enough for reuse across different subjects.

Example Content-type: Online course; Topic: Digital marketing strategies; Sections: Introduction, Learning objectives, Module breakdown, Assessments, Conclusion.

Follow-up prompts

  • Can you add a section for learner feedback to this template?
  • How can I adapt this template for a video-based course?
  • What are best practices for making templates user-friendly for instructors?