Learn a new skill or topic area

In ChatGPT or your favorite AI chatbot, cut and paste the following prompt to learn a new skill or topic area. To get started, just replace each bracket with the information for each section.

Prompt template

I want to learn and get better at [insert skill or topic area]. I am a complete beginner. Create a 30-day learning plan that will help me learn and improve this skill.

Example prompt

I want to learn and get better at applying GenAI to my work as an English as a Second Language faculty member. I am a complete beginner. Create a 30-day learning plan that will help a beginner like me learn and improve this skill.

Extend what you can do

• Use GenAI to craft prompts to support your learning goals for each day.
• Prompt GenAI to teach you concepts in your learning plan by using the Socratic method.
• Get feedback on any artifacts or activities you complete for each day by prompting GenAI to act as an expert teacher on the topic. 
• Dive deeper into the daily topic and use GenAI to act as a thought partner to probe your thinking on any of the topics or provide a different perspective to challenge your thinking.