Education
Lesson Plan Prompt: Complete 60-Minute Plans
This lesson plan prompt creates full 60-minute plans with objectives, activities, and assessments. Enter grade and topic, paste into any AI tool.
The prompt
Role: Act as an instructional designer with 15 years of classroom experience. Context: Grade level: [GRADE_LEVEL]. Subject: [SUBJECT]. Topic: [TOPIC]. Lesson duration: [DURATION]. Standards to align with: [STANDARDS]. Task: 1. Write 2-3 measurable learning objectives using Bloom's verbs. 2. Build a timed agenda: hook (5 min), direct instruction (15 min), guided practice (15 min), independent work (15 min), exit ticket (10 min) — adjust to [DURATION]. 3. For each segment: activity description, materials needed, and teacher script notes (2-3 lines). 4. Design a formative assessment (exit ticket, 3 questions) plus one differentiation option each for struggling and advanced learners. 5. List common misconceptions about [TOPIC] and how to address each. 6. Suggest a 5-minute homework extension reinforcing the objectives. Format: - Objectives - Timed agenda table - Assessments - Differentiation - Misconceptions - Homework Constraints: - Every activity must connect to an objective; cut anything decorative. - Include at least one active-learning segment; no 60 minutes of lecture. - Materials must be low-prep or digital; no exotic supplies. - Script notes must sound like a real teacher, not a textbook.
Variables to fill in
Replace each [variable] in the prompt with your own details:
[GRADE_LEVEL] [SUBJECT] [TOPIC] [DURATION] [STANDARDS]
Example input
GRADE_LEVEL: 7th grade; SUBJECT: science; TOPIC: photosynthesis; DURATION: 60 minutes; STANDARDS: NGSS MS-LS1-6
How to use this prompt
Copy the prompt. Fill in grade, subject, and topic. Paste into any AI tool, then adapt the timing to the actual class period.
Tips for the best results
- Tip: Paste the textbook chapter or standards text in for tighter alignment.
- Tip: Generate the exit ticket separately as a printable handout.
- Tip: Ask for a 5-minute version of the hook to use as a warm-up the next day.
Frequently asked questions
Does this align with curriculum standards?
Yes, when STANDARDS are specified. The prompt maps objectives and assessments to them. Verify the mapping before classroom use.
Can it adapt for special needs?
Add the accommodation needs to the Context. The differentiation section then targets them specifically.