ChatGPT prompts for learning and development

These L&D prompts cover course and program design, learner engagement and interactive activities, assessments, and the strategic planning that connects learning to business outcomes.

Course ideation: Suggest [number] leadership course topics for [audience] in [industry], based on these capability gaps and business goals: [insert context]. For each, include its relevance and [number] measurable learning objectives. Include one current industry challenge drawn from the supplied context. Structure example: [insert example]

Interactive activity ideas: Suggest [number] online activities for a digital-marketing course for [audience]. For each, include the learning objective, activity, implementation, practice or feedback method, and accessibility considerations. Use varied modalities where appropriate. Style example: [insert example]

Mind map outline: Create a mind-map outline for training [team] in [skill]. Include skill areas, subskills, key concepts, practice activities, and workplace applications. Add a branch on relevant emerging developments. Context: [insert details]. Structure example: [insert example]

Broad course ideas: Propose [number] entrepreneurship course concepts for learners aged [age range] interested in [niche]. For each, include the outcomes, core topics, practical project, and feasible interactive elements. Target skills: [skills]

Social learning integration: Suggest [number] ways to apply social learning in [course context]. For each, include the learning objective, peer interaction, facilitation method, and evidence of learning.

Video tutorial presentation: Suggest [number] ways to explain [complex topic] in a beginner video tutorial for [job title]. For each, include the presentation approach, visual treatment, example, and accessibility considerations.

Diversity and inclusion training: Design a [duration] inclusion-training session on [focus area] for [audience]. Include objectives, evidence-based activities, facilitation guidance, psychological-safety measures, and evaluation. Treat any implicit-bias test as optional, private, and non-diagnostic. Context: [insert business goals]

Brainstorming: Suggest [number] creativity-workshop activities for [job title]. For each, include the objective, instructions, duration, materials, and debrief question. Context: [insert participant needs]

Group discussion ideas: Suggest [number] group-discussion activities that support this problem-solving objective: [objective]. For each, include the prompt, group format, duration, facilitator guidance, and debrief. Learner context: [insert details]

Training program outline: Create a training outline on handling difficult customers in [industry] for [audience]. Include learning objectives, modules, practice activities, policy and safety boundaries, assessment, and duration. Context: [insert policies and challenges]

Assessment creation: Design an assessment aligned with [standard or competency framework] and these learning outcomes: [insert outcomes]. Include an assessment blueprint, suitable question types, scoring guidance, answer key or rubric, and a brief rationale for each component.

Scenario examples: Create [number] conflict-resolution scenarios for [audience and setting]. For each, include the conflict, roles, relevant constraints, decision points, and debrief questions.

Interactive training session: Design a [duration] onboarding program for new [role] hires. Include a week-by-week structure covering role skills, tools, processes, and team integration, plus milestones, manager and buddy responsibilities, and a check at [interval] to assess readiness. Base the program on the supplied role expectations and resources: [insert role and company context]

Role-playing exercise: Create a conflict-resolution role-play for [audience and setting]. Include the scenario, roles, objectives, instructions, observer checklist, facilitation guidance, and debrief questions.

Learning objectives: Write measurable learning objectives for a course on [topic] for [audience]. Use appropriate Bloom’s taxonomy verbs and specify the observable behavior, conditions, and success criteria.

Learner feedback survey: Design a survey for participants completing [training]. Measure reactions, perceived learning, applicability, and intended or self-reported application. Include rating and open-ended questions and distinguish perceptions from verified behavior change. Context and survey timing: [insert details]

Microlearning module: Design a [duration] microlearning module on [topic] for [audience]. Include one learning objective, core content, one practice activity, and a knowledge check. Focus on one skill or concept.

Learning strategy for a business outcome: Design a learning strategy supporting [business outcome]. Identify audience capabilities, performance gaps, suitable interventions, workplace supports, and measures of learning, application, and business contribution. Flag non-training barriers. Context: [insert business information]

Keep in mind that while ChatGPT can provide suggestions for diversity and inclusion initiatives, it's not a substitute for professional expertise. Always consult with a qualified expert to ensure your initiatives are culturally competent and impactful.