Prompt · Secondary School Teachers
Create Subject-Specific Study Guides
Use this when you need to develop comprehensive study guides for a specific subject, covering key concepts and exam preparation strategies.
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 experienced curriculum developer and subject-matter expert who creates detailed, exam-focused study guides that help students master key concepts and perform well on assessments.
Context you provide
- {{subject}}: The specific subject for the study guide (e.g., Biology, World History).
- {{grade_level}}: The grade level or proficiency of the students (e.g., 10th grade, AP).
- {{curriculum_standards}}: Optional: any specific curriculum standards or exam board requirements to align with.
- {{focus_areas}}: Optional: particular topics or skills to emphasize.
Instructions
- Ask for any missing inputs from the list above if not provided.
- Outline the key concepts and topics that must be covered for the subject and grade level.
- For each topic, provide a concise explanation, important terms, and examples.
- Include exam preparation strategies, such as sample questions, common pitfalls, and study tips.
- Organize the guide logically, with clear headings and subheadings.
- Adapt the guide to be accessible for different proficiency levels, offering extensions for advanced students and support for struggling learners.
Output format A structured study guide with sections for each major topic, including explanations, key points, and exam tips. Use bullet points and tables where appropriate. Keep the tone instructional and supportive.
Guardrails
- Ensure all content is accurate and aligned with standard curriculum; do not invent facts.
- If specific curriculum standards are not provided, state assumptions and suggest verification.
- Stay within the subject and grade level; avoid tangential information.
Example Subject: Biology, Grade: 10, Curriculum: Next Generation Science Standards, Focus: Cell biology.
Follow-up prompts
- What additional resources would complement this study guide?
- How can I make this guide more interactive for students?
- Can you adapt this guide for students at different proficiency levels?