100+ Chat Gpt Prompts for English Teachers
There has been a lot in the media about how ChatGPT will affect Education and the vast majority of those are tales of woe and calamity. However, we take a difference view and think just like other technologies that have come before it and most certainly will come after it, ChatGPT is just another tool to be placed in a Teachers toolbox.
To that end we have a LONG list of ideas and ChatGPT Prompts for English teachers to get you started as by using effective prompts you will be able to get the most out of the ChatGPT Ai.
With clear and specific prompts, ChatGPT can generate relevant and useful responses. Prompts and commands like “can you, please create, make a list of” and similar give ChatGPT direct instructions it can work from. Specific prompts are crucial for maximizing the potential of ChatGPT for teachers.
What is a ChatGpt prompt?
A ChatGPT prompt is a written statement or question that you type into into the ChatGPT interface in order to get a response or an answer from the AI model. The quality of the response you receive from ChatGPT depends largely on the quality of the prompt you provide. Which is why you should read the next section.
Why are ChatGPT prompts important?
Getting prompts right is really important when using Chat GPT as it will affect the quality and accuracy of the output. If the prompt is too vague or unclear, Chat GPT may produce irrelevant or nonsensical responses. ( and inaccurate so make sure you check anything before you use it is your classrooms)
A well-crafted prompt can guide Chat GPT to provide information and resources that can help teachers create effective lesson plans and resources and even ideas for your lessons and their activities.
So it is important to spend time carefully thinking about prompts to ensure that they are specific, concise, and relevant to the answer or resource you are looking for. This is why we have these examples and ideas for you below.
Tips on writing Good ChatGPT prompts for teachers
As We mentioned above as with life, with Chatgpt you get out what you put in and there are some tips and tricks to writing a good prompt, and knowing when to expand or keep it simple we give you four quick tips on using ChatGpt prompts as a teacher below, but honestly just like learning English the best way is to get stuck in and practice. it wont judge you, that much 😛
So here are 4 tips for teachers to keep in mind when you are using ChatGpt and inputting prompts.
- Be specific: The more specific the prompt is, the more likely Chat GPT is to provide accurate and relevant output. Use specific keywords and phrases that are relevant to the topic or task at hand.
- Keep it simple: Avoid using overly complex language or convoluted sentence structures in your prompt. Chat GPT works best with clear and concise prompts that are easy to understand.
- Use examples: Including examples in your prompt can help clarify your intent and guide Chat GPT to produce more accurate responses.
- Refine and iterate: If the output from Chat GPT is not what you were expecting or hoping for, refine and iterate your prompt to make it more specific and targeted. Keep experimenting until you get the output you need. it will get there in the end, and you will learn what type of questions and in what format you should be asking for the best results.
However you are here as you likely googled ChatGPT prompts for teachers ( or English teachers) and we have some ready made ideas for you below to get firstly your, and then your students creative juices flowing in the article below.
It is quite a list so we have a navigation table for you below which you can click and jump to the sections as you need to.
You can take a look at these and hopefully it will inspire you to try your own, or go off on a tangent with ChatGPT, so if you find any good prompts then feel free to comment below and we can add them in or leave them there for other teachers to use as well.
And Finally, we promise, before we get into the lists we will include a link to print, save or download a PDF of CHATGPT Prompts for teachers under each sub headings. Sometimes it can be useful to have it next to you rather than on screen. So look out for the download links as well.
If you want to jump right into ChatGpt then the link is here.
ChatGpt Prompts for English Teachers
We have split these ChatGpt prompts into sections, much like a curriculum and while we could not cover every nuance of teaching English we have hopefully covered the most important and most likely to be useful and provided prompts for them.
As we stated above this is a tool and how it works best for you is something only you can decide, we jsut have some ideas to help you get a headstart.
Chat Gpt Prompts to Teach English Language Arts
English Language Arts, or ELA if being groovy, looks at literature and teaches not just the reading skills of this but the whole range of English skills from comprehension to writing.
Though getting a straight answer to what it actually means can be fun! Perhaps your first question should be to ask ChatGPT what it is!- Can you provide a summary of [insert book or article]?
- What is the main theme of [insert book or story]?
- Can you explain the use of figurative language in [insert poem or passage]?
- How does the setting of [insert story or novel] impact the plot?
- Can you analyze the character development in [insert novel or play]?
- How does the author use point of view in [insert text]?
- Can you identify the conflict in [insert story or play]?
- How does the structure of [insert text] contribute to its meaning?
- Can you compare and contrast [insert two literary works]?
- What is the significance of [insert symbol] in [insert text]?
- How does [insert character] change over the course of [insert novel or play]?
- Can you explain the use of allusion in [insert text]?
- How does the tone of [insert poem or passage] impact the reader’s interpretation?
- What is the significance of the title of [insert text]?
- Can you analyze the use of imagery in [insert poem or passage]?
- How does the setting of [insert play] impact the characters’ actions?
- Can you identify the climax of [insert novel or play]?
- How does the theme of [insert text] relate to the real world?
- Can you explain the use of irony in [insert text]?
- How does the resolution of [insert novel or play] impact the reader’s understanding?
- Can you explain the plot of [insert literary work]?
- What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?
- How does the setting impact the theme of [insert literary work]?
- Can you analyze the character development in [insert literary work]?
- How does the point of view impact the reader’s interpretation of [insert literary work]?
- What is the difference between tone and mood?
- Can you identify the literary devices used in [insert literary work]?
- How does the conflict drive the plot of [insert literary work]?
- Can you explain the significance of the title of [insert literary work]?
- How does symbolism contribute to the theme of [insert literary work]?
- Can you analyze the use of imagery in [insert literary work]?
- How does the author’s style impact the reader’s experience of [insert literary work]?
- What is the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist?
- Can you explain the use of foreshadowing in [insert literary work]?
- How does the author use irony in [insert literary work]?
- Can you identify the themes in [insert literary work]?
- How does the author use figurative language in [insert literary work]?
- Can you analyze the symbolism of [insert literary element] in [insert literary work]?
- How does the author use diction to convey meaning in [insert literary work]?
- Can you compare and contrast the themes of [insert two literary works]?
you can see, save and download the English Language arts ChatGpt prompts on the link below.
Chat Gpt prompts to help with Creative writing
Creative writing and Story, especially short story, creation is where ChatGPT really shines in our humble opinion. The prompts below give some idea but we deliberately left out one of the most awesome features.
It can tailor the story for the reading levels of your students( roughly of course everyone is different) so try a prompt and add for an ESL learner, for a kindergarten students, for a young teen, using past tense, using more adjectives or whatever else you want.
oh and for some really REALLY good ideas check out the end of this section as well.
Real world
- Can you write a story about a young boy who overcomes a challenge to achieve his dream of becoming a professional athlete?
- Can you write a story about a group of friends who start a community garden and help their neighborhood thrive?
- Can you write a story about a young girl who learns about the importance of environmental conservation and takes action to make a difference?
- Can you write a story about a family that embarks on a cross-country road trip and discovers the beauty of America’s national parks?
- Can you write a story about a group of children who band together to clean up a polluted river and restore it to its former glory?
- Can you write a story about a young girl who volunteers at an animal shelter and learns the value of kindness and empathy?
- Can you write a story about a group of kids who start a recycling program at their school and inspire others to do the same?
- Can you write a story about a teenager who stands up to bullies and creates a culture of inclusivity and acceptance in their school?
- Can you write a story about a group of friends who start a small business and learn about entrepreneurship and leadership?
- Can you write a story about a young activist who fights for social justice and inspires others to join their cause?
Fantasy / Fun stories
- Can you write a story about a magical creature that goes on an adventure with a group of children?
- Can you write a story about a lost puppy who goes on a journey to find its way back home?
- Can you write a story about a young wizard who discovers a new spell and uses it to save the day?
- Can you write a story about a young girl who has to find a way to save her village from a terrible dragon?
- Can you write a story about a group of animals who go on a quest to find a legendary treasure?
- Can you write a story about a brave knight who must rescue a princess from a wicked sorcerer?
- Can you write a story about a young prince who must solve a series of puzzles to win the heart of his true love?
- Can you write a story about a mischievous fairy who learns the importance of friendship?
- Can you write a story about a group of friends who discover a secret garden and have magical adventures there?
- Can you write a story about a young girl who learns to believe in herself and overcomes her fears to achieve her dreams?
So we said there is something really awesome to add. Try the following.
- Get it to write a story – any one of the prompts above will do, and then once it has finished ask it to do the following.
- Can you write 5 comprehension questions on the story you just wrote.
- can you write 5 simple questions
- 5 complicated comprehension questions,
- can you design and create a close activity on the story
- can you do a gap fill exercise on the story
We have the images of some examples below – it even works with our typos!
It can create the resources for you though of course you need to check them yourself but this is a timesaver by any measure and one of the best things we have found in using ChatGPT in our classrooms and lesson planning.
You can see, save and download the Creative Writing and Storytelling ChatGpt prompts on the link below.
ChatGPT prompts to Help Teach English Grammar
We have included 40 prompts btu really we could have a whole page, unneeded probably, of grammar prompts for ChatGPT, so we will leave it at these 40 and let you explore for your teaching situation.
- Can you explain the difference between a subject and an object pronoun?
- How does a sentence diagram work?
- Can you explain the rules for using commas?
- What is the difference between an independent and dependent clause?
- How does active voice differ from passive voice?
- Can you explain the concept of parallelism in writing?
- How does tense impact the meaning of a sentence?
- Can you explain the difference between a gerund and an infinitive?
- What are the rules for using articles?
- Can you identify and correct common grammar mistakes?
- How does the use of punctuation impact the tone of a sentence?
- Can you explain the difference between a transitive and intransitive verb?
- What is the role of prepositions in a sentence?
- Can you explain the concept of agreement in grammar?
- How does the use of adjectives and adverbs impact a sentence?
- What is the difference between a countable and uncountable noun?
- Can you explain the concept of conditional sentences?
- How does the use of pronouns impact the clarity of a sentence?
- What are the rules for using semicolons?
- Can you explain the difference between direct and indirect speech?
- How does sentence structure impact the meaning of a sentence?
- Can you explain the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?
- What are some common sentence fragments, and how can they be corrected?
- Can you explain the concept of phrasal verbs?
- How does the use of conjunctions impact the clarity of a sentence?
- Can you identify and explain common types of sentence errors, such as run-on sentences or comma splices?
- What are the rules for using modal auxiliary verbs?
- How does the use of rhetorical devices impact the effectiveness of writing?
- Can you explain the concept of subject-verb agreement?
- What are some common errors with pronoun usage, and how can they be corrected?
- How does the use of figurative language impact the tone of a sentence?
- Can you explain the difference between a restrictive and a nonrestrictive clause?
- How does the use of interjections impact the tone of a sentence?
- Can you identify and correct common errors with verb tense consistency?
- How does the use of adverb clauses impact the meaning of a sentence?
- What are some common errors with apostrophe usage, and how can they be corrected?
- Can you explain the difference between a declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory sentence?
- How does the use of parallelism in writing impact the effectiveness of a sentence?
- What are some common errors with adjective usage, and how can they be corrected?
- Can you explain the difference between an appositive and a parenthetical expression?
You can see, save and download the English grammar ChatGpt prompts on the link below.
ChatGPT Prompts to teach Phonics skills
As you can probably tell from our resources section we love phonics and teaching phonics here at Making English Fun, and ChatGPT although not really a sound producing, and certainly not ( yet) a sound evaluating tool still has a roil to play in helping come up with ideas for phonics instruction you can make a start with the list below.
- Can you explain the concept of phonemes and graphemes?
- What is the difference between a vowel and a consonant?
- How does blending work in reading?
- Can you explain the difference between a digraph and a diphthong?
- What are the rules for syllable division?
- Can you explain the concept of phonics generalizations?
- How do silent letters impact pronunciation?
- Can you identify and explain common phonograms?
- How does the use of prefixes and suffixes impact the meaning of a word?
- Can you explain the concept of phonemic awareness?
- How do homophones differ in spelling and meaning?
- Can you explain the rules for using long and short vowel sounds?
- What are the rules for using consonant blends and clusters?
- How does phonics instruction impact reading fluency?
- Can you explain the difference between decoding and encoding?
- How does phonics instruction differ for different age groups?
- Can you identify and explain common spelling rules?
- What are the rules for using silent e in words?
- How does phonics instruction impact spelling ability?
- Can you explain the concept of word families and how they are used in phonics instruction?
- How do phonics skills relate to reading comprehension?
- Can you explain the difference between a closed and an open syllable?
- How do phonics skills develop over time?
- Can you identify and explain common phonics rules for consonants?
- How does knowledge of phonics impact word recognition skills?
- Can you explain the difference between a phoneme and a morpheme?
- How do phonics skills support spelling development?
- Can you identify and explain common phonics rules for vowels?
- How does explicit phonics instruction differ from implicit instruction?
- Can you explain the importance of phonics instruction for English language learners?
you can see, save and download the English Language arts ChatGpt prompts on the link below.
ChatGPT Prompts to teach Reading skills
Reading Is perhaps the most vital of English skills, especially for younger learners, and we have some ideas ( including the storytelling and creation section above), here on the site. The prompts below are more for teachers to get ideas on what to teach and how to teach it but still have use.
- How can you help students develop strong reading fluency?
- Can you explain the difference between decoding and comprehension skills?
- What are some strategies for teaching vocabulary and word recognition skills?
- How can you teach students to identify and use context clues to understand new words?
- Can you explain the difference between explicit and implicit reading instruction?
- How can you use graphic organizers to help students comprehend what they read?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to make inferences while reading?
- Can you explain the concept of metacognition and how it relates to reading comprehension?
- How can you help students identify the main idea and supporting details in a text?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to monitor their comprehension while reading?
- How can you use technology to enhance reading instruction?
- Can you explain the difference between literal and figurative language, and how to teach each?
- How can you differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners?
- What are some strategies for teaching critical thinking skills through reading?
- How can you use questioning to encourage deeper thinking about a text?
- Can you explain the difference between a reading strategy and a reading skill?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to identify and analyze the author’s purpose and point of view?
- How can you help students use reading as a tool for learning across content areas?
- Can you explain the concept of “reading to learn” and how it differs from “learning to read”?
- What are some strategies for teaching reading comprehension to struggling readers?
you can see, save and download the English Language arts ChatGpt prompts on the link below.
ChatGpt Prompts to Teach Writing skills
As we said in our usin Chat GPRT in an ESL Classroom, ChatGPT really shines in creating Writing prompts for students and you can try yourself for your own classrooms.
- Can you suggest some fun writing prompts for elementary students?
- How can I help my students improve their writing skills in a specific genre, like persuasive writing?
- Can you recommend some online resources for teaching grammar and mechanics?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to revise and edit their writing effectively?
- How can I use technology to enhance writing instruction?
- Can you suggest some activities or exercises to help students with writer’s block?
- How can I teach students to write strong introductions and conclusions?
- What are some ways to teach students to use sensory details in their writing?
- Can you suggest some ways to teach students to write effective dialogue?
- How can I help my students develop their voice and style in their writing?
- Can you recommend some resources for teaching students to write research papers?
- How can I teach students to use evidence to support their claims in their writing?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to write clear and concise sentences?
- How can I teach students to use transitions effectively in their writing?
- Can you suggest some ways to help students organize their writing, such as using outlines or graphic organizers?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to write effective descriptive paragraphs?
- Can you recommend some resources for teaching students to write poetry?
- How can I teach students to vary their sentence structure to make their writing more interesting?
- What are some ways to teach students to write effective argumentative essays?
- Can you suggest some ways to teach students to use figurative language in their writing?
you can see, save and download the English Language arts ChatGpt prompts on the link below.
ChatGPT prompts to Teach Speaking Skills
Although it seems odd to suggest a text based platform can help with speaking activities and ideas, ChatGPT is great for ideas on topics, and methods of speaking practice. Try to ask it to come up with some simple skits, roleplays or plays and even poetry or limericks and then tailor them to your own teaching needs.
- Can you suggest some fun speaking activities for elementary students?
- How can I help my students improve their pronunciation and intonation?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to speak confidently in front of an audience?
- Can you recommend some online resources for teaching conversation skills?
- How can I use technology to enhance speaking instruction?
- Can you suggest some ways to help students develop their listening skills?
- How can I teach students to use nonverbal communication effectively when speaking?
- What are some ways to teach students to organize their thoughts before speaking, such as using outlines or graphic organizers?
- Can you recommend some resources for teaching debate skills?
- How can I help my students develop their storytelling skills?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to use appropriate tone and register in their speaking?
- Can you suggest some ways to teach students to ask and answer questions effectively?
- How can I teach students to use humor and rhetorical devices effectively in their speaking?
- What are some ways to teach students to engage in collaborative speaking activities, such as group discussions or debates?
- Can you recommend some resources for teaching students to give effective presentations?
- How can I help my students develop their critical thinking skills through speaking?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to use effective body language when speaking?
- Can you suggest some ways to teach students to use appropriate language and expressions in different social contexts?
- can you create 10 jokes suitable for children to read in class.
- How can I teach students to use storytelling to engage an audience and communicate effectively?
- can you write a roleplay for a group of four students on a camping trip, using simple grade school language
- Can you write some tongue twisters for kindergarten students to practice pronunciation
- What are some ways to teach students to use humor and rhetorical devices effectively in their speaking?
you can see, save and download the English Language arts ChatGpt prompts on the link below.
ChatGpt Prompts to teach Listening Skills.
Perhaps the weakest aspect ( that we found) was its ability to help practice listening, so we focussed on prompts to help teachers get ideas rather than actual activities or outputs for students here.
- Can you recommend some resources for teaching students to identify different accents and dialects in English?
- How can I help my students improve their comprehension of spoken English?
- Can you suggest some fun listening activities for elementary students?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to take effective notes while listening?
- Can you recommend some online resources for teaching listening skills?
- How can I use technology to enhance listening instruction?
- Can you suggest some ways to help students develop their critical listening skills?
- What are some ways to teach students to listen for main ideas and supporting details in spoken English?
- How can I teach students to recognize different speech patterns and rhetorical devices in spoken English?
- Can you recommend some resources for teaching students to listen for specific information in spoken English?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to listen actively and ask questions while listening?
- How can I help my students improve their listening speed and accuracy?
- Can you suggest some ways to teach students to listen for different purposes, such as to persuade or to inform?
- What are some ways to teach students to identify tone, mood, and attitude in spoken English?
- Can you recommend some resources for teaching students to listen to podcasts or audio books?
- How can I help my students develop their listening skills in academic contexts, such as lectures or presentations?
- What are some strategies for teaching students to infer meaning from context while listening?
- Can you suggest some ways to teach students to listen for implied meanings and figurative language in spoken English?
- How can I teach students to recognize different discourse markers and transitional phrases in spoken English?
- What are some ways to teach students to identify different types of conversations, such as formal versus informal, in spoken English?
you can see, save and download the English Language arts ChatGpt prompts on the link below.
Further ChatGpt in Education links
- How to use ChatGPT in an English Classroom
- 100 ChatGPT prompts for English Teachers
- 19 ways to use ChatGPT in a Classroom
- Ethics and ChatGPT in Education
- Chat GPT as a Learning Companion
- The future of AI in Education
Conclusion
As we said at the top of the article you really do get out what you put in when it comes to using ChatGPT and the prompts will take a little practice. However once you get the idea of chatGPT prompts you will find that despite all the scary negative press on how its the end of teachers, it is in fact the beginning of a whole new chapter of education
One which if used correctly ChatGPT will allow us to have more time with the students, and ironically ( for a computer program), less time in front of a screen!
References
- https://games4esl.com/chatgpt-in-the-classroom/
- https://www.latinhire.com/8-ways-to-use-chatgpt-to-enhance-your-teaching-experience/
- https://charlieslessons.com/chatgpt-ideas-for-esl-teachers/
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