To get started, feel free to use a ready-made prompt from the Prompt-a-Palooza below. By the way, I brainstormed ideas of prompts using ChatGPT which 'thought' of many more than I did. This was especially helpful with subjects that I don't usually research.
This collection of pre-written prompts is designed to help you explore different aspects of the GAI tools. Feel free to adjust the prompts to make them more specific or clearer if you're not getting the results you want, or use your own! Alternately, you could pop an idea through this prompt generatorLinks to an external site..
Also, don't forget to add follow-up questions or ask for clarifications.
Help me organize and review my notes from the last three chemistry lectures.
Help me review and understand the mistakes I made on my last math exam so I can improve on the next one.
Create a diagram that shows the process of photosynthesis and the role of chloroplasts.
How can I lead a productive study group discussion onTo Kill a Mockingbird?
Create a study guide for my history exam covering the American Revolution, including key events, dates, and people.
Generate digital flashcards for key vocabulary terms from my psychology class, including definitions and examples.
Can you help me understand the concept of marginal cost in economics with a real-world example?
Create flashcards for the main concepts of the Pythagorean theorem.
Create three practice problems on calculating acceleration for my physics exam.
Explain Freud's theory of the unconscious mind in simple terms for my psychology exam.
What are some visualization techniques I can use to remember key dates and events from U.S. history?
What are some effective study group activities we can do to prepare for the physics exam on thermodynamics?
What are some mnemonic devices I can use to remember the order of biological classification: kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, species?
Create 10 practice questions for my upcoming economics exam on supply and demand.
Summarize the key points from my notes that I took in Biology class, focusing on photosynthesis and its stages [Attach notes or put them in text box if you agree to the privacy terms].
Create a detailed study guide for the upcoming history exam covering the Civil War era.
Explain the concept of 'classical conditioning' in psychology with real-life examples and in simple terms.
Create a mind map of the topic dementia. List the central ideas, main branches, and subbranches of the topic.
For the topic Diabetes write a multiple choice question with 1 correct answer and 4 incorrect distractor answers. Answers should be labelled A to E. Each answer should have an explanation.
How can I overcome anxiety while studying and improve my focus on the material?
Research and Brainstorming
Generate 10 essay topic ideas for an argumentative essay related to environmental sustainability.
Brainstorm business ideas related to eco-friendly products that could be marketed to college students.
Brainstorm marketing strategies for promoting a student-led environmental awareness campaign.
Help me brainstorm innovative solutions for addressing food insecurity in urban communities.
Help me brainstorm study techniques for retaining information better in a biology class
What are some potential entrepreneurial ideas for a small online business I can start as a student?
Brainstorm ideas for a group project on improving mental health awareness on college campuses, including activities, outreach strategies, and presentation formats.
What are some potential topics for a science group project that focuses on renewable energy?
Brainstorm career paths related to environmental science that involve hands-on fieldwork.
What are some engaging activities for a college debate club to practice argumentation and critical thinking?
Find five peer-reviewed sources related to climate change and its impact on agriculture, focusing on recent studies (last five years).
Create a step-by-step outline for my research paper on the effects of social media on mental health, starting with the introduction and key arguments.
Explain how to format citations and references in APA style, providing examples for books, journal articles, and websites.
Help me differentiate between primary and secondary sources for my research on World War II.
What are examples of primary sources I can use for a paper on civil rights movements?
How can I combine findings from multiple sources to form a cohesive argument about the role of education in economic mobility?
Help me synthesize information from three studies on the impacts of climate change.
Help me analyze the data from this survey on student study habits and identify key trends.
What are some effective ways to interpret and present statistical data in a research paper?
How can I narrow down my research topic on healthcare reform to focus on a specific issue?
What are some subtopics I could explore within the broader subject of artificial intelligence?
Identify gaps in the existing research on renewable energy and suggest areas for further study.
What are some potential research areas that have not been fully explored in relation to climate change?
Project and Time Management
Create a step-by-step plan for completing a group project on time, including task delegation and deadlines.
How can I effectively manage my time between school, work, and personal life?
How can you prepare for questions from the audience during a presentation? Provide strategies for managing difficult questions.
What are the key components of a project plan? Outline a simple project plan for organizing a campus event
What are some effective time management techniques you can use for studying? Discuss methods like the Pomodoro Technique.
How can prioritizing tasks improve your productivity
How can you identify urgent vs. important tasks? Provide examples of how to prioritize your daily activities.
What tools can help you prioritize your tasks effectively?
How do you create a realistic timeline for a project? Discuss the steps involved and how to estimate time for tasks.
What are SMART goals, and how can they be applied to project management? Provide examples.
How important is communication in project management? Discuss strategies for effective communication within a team.
What is time blocking, and how can it help improve your time management? Provide examples of how to implement it in a weekly schedule
What techniques can you use to prevent burnout during busy periods?
Editing
What is the best way to structure a research paper comparing two historical events?
Review this paragraph for grammatical errors and suggest improvements for sentence structure: [Insert paragraph].
How can I rephrase this sentence to make it more concise and clear: [Insert sentence]?
Help me refine my thesis statement to be more specific and focused: [Insert thesis].
What are some alternative thesis statements I could use for my paper on [topic]?"
Write a full outline for a persuasive essay arguing for stricter environmental regulations to combat climate change. Include a thesis statement and supporting points.
Generate a clear, concise thesis statement for an essay about the benefits of remote learning during the pandemic.
Provide a list of academic transition phrases to use in my essay, organized by type (e.g., cause and effect, comparison, addition).
What are some strategies I can use to write a conclusion that reinforces my thesis without repeating it?
How can I rewrite this sentence to make it clearer: [Insert sentence]?
Help me simplify this paragraph without losing meaning: [Insert paragraph].
How can I adjust the tone of this formal letter to make it more professional: [Insert letter]?
Change the tone of this paragraph to make it sound more persuasive: [Insert paragraph].
Proofread this essay and highlight any spelling, grammar, or punctuation mistakes: [Insert essay].
What are the most common proofreading mistakes I should look for when revising my paper?
Suggest strong transition phrases to link these two paragraphs: [Insert paragraphs].
What are some effective transition phrases to use in a persuasive essay?
Evaluate the flow of my essay. Does each paragraph transition smoothly into the next?
How can I improve the coherence of this section: [Insert section]?
Critical Thinking
You must use the Socratic method to continue questioning my beliefs. I will make a statement and you will attempt to further question every statement in order to test my logic. You will respond with one line at a time. The topic is U.S. History and my first claim is, "The current socio-economic challenges faced by Indigenous communities in the U.S. are a direct result of historical U.S. policies."
Evaluate the pros and cons of implementing a universal basic income (UBI), considering economic, social, and political perspectives.
Analyze the argument presented in the article The Future of Work, highlighting logical strengths and weaknesses.
What are some critical questions I should ask to assess the credibility and reliability of sources when researching climate change?
Challenge the assumption that technological advancement always leads to societal progress.
Identify any potential biases in this article about climate change and suggest ways to improve its objectivity [Insert article].
Math/Coding Help
I want you to act as a math teacher. I will provide some mathematical equations or concepts, and it will be your job to explain them in easy-to understand terms. This could include providing step-by-step instructions for solving a problem, demonstrating various techniques with visuals or suggesting online resources for further study. My first request is [insert request].
Create three practice problems on calculating acceleration for my physics exam.
Explain the difference between a function and a method in Python.
Explain the concept of fractions and provide examples of how they are used in real-life situations.
What are the differences between mean, median, and mode? Provide examples.
Simplify the following expression: 3x + 5x - 2. What is the simplified result?
How would you solve the equation 2x + 3 = 11? Show your work step by step.
What is the derivative of the function f(x) = x^2 + 3x + 5? Show the steps to find it.
What is a probability distribution, and how is it used in statistics?
What are the differences between arrays and linked lists? Provide examples of when to use each.
What are some common debugging techniques you can use when encountering errors in your code?
Can you help me fix the code [insert code] for my webpage?
Explain how HTML, CSS, and JavaScript work together to create a web page. Provide examples of each
How do you graph the function f(x) = x^2? What does the graph look like?
Explain the Pythagorean theorem and provide an example of how it can be applied to find the length of a side in a right triangle.
Presentation Skills
How can I create an engaging opening for my presentation on renewable energy?
What are some tips for handling nervousness when speaking in front of an audience?
How can you prepare for questions from the audience during a presentation? Provide strategies for managing difficult questions.
What are some techniques for encouraging audience participation?
What strategies can you use to manage presentation anxiety?
How can positive self-talk help improve your confidence before a presentation?
Discuss the elements of a compelling story and how to integrate them into your content
What are some effective closing techniques to leave a lasting impression?
What steps can you take to prepare for potential technical difficulties during a presentation? Discuss troubleshooting tips.
What qualities make a presentation successful? Analyze a TED Talk or another well-received presentation to identify key elements.
What qualities make a presentation successful?
Analyze a TED Talk or another well-received presentation to identify key elements.
How can you learn from great speakers to improve your own presentation skills?
Personal Growth
How can I approach potential mentors in my field of interest? Provide a template for an introductory email.
What are some effective ways to improve my time management skills for better academic performance?
How can I create a personalized self-care routine to manage stress during the semester?
How can I approach potential mentors in my field of interest? Provide a template for an introductory email.
What are some strategies for reframing negative thoughts during challenging times? Can you provide examples?
What are the most effective time management strategies for students juggling school and extracurricular activities? Provide examples.
What are some easy, nutritious meal prep ideas for a busy week? Include a shopping list and recipes.
What are three effective coping mechanisms for managing anxiety in daily life? Can you provide practical examples for each?
Create a self-care routine that promotes better mental health? Include daily and weekly activities that a busy student can include in their schedule.
How can I break down a long-term goal into smaller, actionable steps using the SMART criteria?
The following tools offer free versions and most offer guest access (no log in needed), so dive in and experiment without any pressure!
ChatGPT Links to an external site.(by OpenAI) - ChatGPT is a Large Language Model (LLM) that uses deep learning techniques to generate natural, human-like text based on prompts. It has been trained on vast amounts of text data, allowing it to answer questions, provide detailed explanations, and assist with creative tasks like writing, brainstorming, and summarizing information. Recent versions have expanded capabilities, including the ability to understand and generate content related to images. It offers a more general, multi-functional chat experience, capable of generating creative content and handling a wider variety of tasks, but real-time data is only available with browsing (Pro users).
Perplexity AILinks to an external site. - Perplexity AI is a generative search tool that combines the power of large language models with real-time information retrieval. It's designed to act like a search engine, answering user queries with fact-based information pulled from sources it deems trusted. It excels at real-time web search and summarization, providing answers with links to external sources.
GeminiLinks to an external site.- Gemini (formerly Bard) is also an LLM GAI tool put out by Google. It has connectivity with Google Drive and other products by them. Gemini has access to Google Search, allowing it to provide up-to-date information.
ClaudeLinks to an external site. (Anthropic) – Claude is an AI assistant designed with a focus on safety and ethical considerations. It can engage in a wide range of tasks including analysis, writing, coding, and problem-solving, while aiming to provide thoughtful and nuanced responses. It focuses on creating safe, ethical AI interactions with an assistant-like conversation style, although it lacks real-time data access.
Just as you would credit traditional sources, it is crucial to acknowledge when GAI has played a role in shaping your work. Whether you used AI to brainstorm, summarize information, or edit writing, citing these contributions ensures your work remains honest and accountable. Various citation styles, such as APA, MLA, or Chicago, provide guidelines on how to properly reference AI-generated content. This not only highlights your use of advanced tools but also demonstrates your commitment to academic standards and intellectual integrity.
Keeping track of the prompts you used, the AI’s responses, and how you adapted its content allows you to present a clear record of your interaction with AI tools. Reflecting on this process can also provide valuable insights into your learning journey, helping you articulate how AI contributed to your work while ensuring that your use of technology remains transparent and ethical.
