Use Generative AI

• Be specific

• Use simple language

• Prioritize critical information

“List three of the most significant social factors during the industrial revolution.”

“Translate text to French.”

Logical

• Structure info in order (logical flow)

• Establish context and relationships

• Avoid too many instructions in a single prompt

“Explain quantum mechanics…” 

“Are there any fundamental principles or laws for this branch of physics?”

Explicit

• Define instructions

• Set reading levels and output formats

• Assign a role for ChatGPT to play

Explain the following passage in simple terms. “Lorem ipsum ….” 

“You are an undergraduate science student. Describe the Krebs cycle in simple terms.”

Adaptive

• Be flexible (rephrase, restructure)

• Try different approaches

• Be creative with prompts

“Actually, that’s not what I meant. I meant ___________.”

“Could you provide more examples?”

Reflective

• Carefully evaluate AI responses

• Identify areas for improvement (it takes time)

• Use insights to further refine strategies for engagement

Trust but verify! 

Don’t assume that the tool is returning factual information. Consider questions like:

• Can I verify the information using other sources?
• Does the generated content make sense based on what I already know about the topic?