# 20 Online Course Creation Prompts with Simple and Complex Examples ## 1. Course Title Generation 1. Simple: "Generate 5 catchy titles for an online course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Create 10 SEO-friendly course titles about [topic], targeting [audience]. Include relevant keywords and highlight the main benefit." 3. Complex: "Develop 15 compelling titles for a [duration] online course about [topic]. Include a mix of benefit-driven, problem-solving, and curiosity-piquing titles. Optimize for searchability and emotional appeal." ## 2. Course Description Writing 1. Simple: "Write a brief 100-word description for an online course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Craft a 250-word course description about [topic]. Include key learning outcomes, target audience, and a compelling call-to-action." 3. Complex: "Compose a 500-word description for a [duration] course about [topic]. Incorporate keywords for SEO, highlight the unique value proposition, include module overviews, instructor bio, and student testimonials. End with a compelling call-to-action and FAQs." ## 3. Curriculum Outline Creation 1. Simple: "Create a basic 5-module outline for an online course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Develop a detailed 10-module course outline about [topic], including main points and sub-topics for each module. Suggest potential assignments or projects." 3. Complex: "Generate a comprehensive outline for a [duration] course about [topic]. Include 15 modules with detailed lesson plans, learning objectives, activities, resources, and assessment methods for each. Suggest how to incorporate various learning styles and interactive elements." ## 4. Learning Objectives Formulation 1. Simple: "Write 3 learning objectives for an online course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Create 7 SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) learning objectives for a course about [topic]. Include a mix of knowledge, skill, and application objectives." 3. Complex: "Develop a comprehensive set of 15 learning objectives for a [duration] course about [topic]. Use Bloom's Taxonomy to ensure a range of cognitive levels. For each objective, suggest an assessment method and how it aligns with course content and activities." ## 5. Lesson Plan Development 1. Simple: "Outline a basic 60-minute lesson plan for a module about [specific topic] in your course." 2. Intermediate: "Create a detailed 90-minute lesson plan for a module about [specific topic]. Include timing for each section, teaching methods, student activities, and materials needed." 3. Complex: "Design a comprehensive lesson plan for a 3-hour module about [specific topic]. Include pre-class preparation, in-class activities, multimedia integration, group work, individual reflection, assessment, and post-class assignments. Suggest differentiation strategies for various learning styles and levels." ## 6. Assessment and Quiz Creation 1. Simple: "Write 5 multiple-choice questions to assess understanding of [specific topic] in your course." 2. Intermediate: "Develop a 15-question mixed-format assessment (multiple-choice, true/false, short answer) for a module about [specific topic]. Include an answer key and scoring rubric." 3. Complex: "Create a comprehensive assessment strategy for a course about [topic]. Include diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments. Design a final project rubric, 30 quiz questions of varying difficulty, peer evaluation guidelines, and a self-reflection template. Suggest how to use analytics to improve assessments over time." ## 7. Engaging Activity Ideas 1. Simple: "Suggest 3 interactive activities to reinforce learning about [specific topic] in your course." 2. Intermediate: "Design 7 engaging activities for a module about [specific topic]. Include a mix of individual and group activities, and suggest how to implement them in both synchronous and asynchronous learning environments." 3. Complex: "Develop a diverse set of 15 high-engagement learning activities for a course about [topic]. Include case studies, simulations, debates, peer teaching opportunities, multimedia projects, and real-world application tasks. For each activity, detail the instructions, timing, materials needed, and how it promotes higher-order thinking skills." ## 8. Course Introduction Script 1. Simple: "Write a friendly 100-word welcome message for students starting your course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Craft a 300-word course introduction script that outlines course objectives, structure, and expectations. Include a brief instructor introduction and tips for success." 3. Complex: "Develop a comprehensive 500-word course introduction script and complementary visuals. Include a compelling hook, course overview, learning outcomes, instructor background, success stories, navigation guide, and a motivational call-to-action. Suggest how to present this as an engaging video or interactive content." ## 9. Student Engagement Strategies 1. Simple: "List 5 ways to keep students engaged throughout your online course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Create a plan with 10 engagement strategies for your course about [topic]. Include ideas for discussion prompts, progress tracking, peer interaction, and personalized feedback." 3. Complex: "Design a comprehensive student engagement plan for a [duration] course about [topic]. Include 20 strategies covering community building, gamification, adaptive learning paths, multimedia integration, real-time feedback mechanisms, and strategies for re-engaging at-risk students. Suggest tools and platforms to implement these strategies." ## 10. Resource List Compilation 1. Simple: "List 5 essential resources (books, websites, tools) related to [topic] for your course students." 2. Intermediate: "Compile an annotated list of 15 resources about [topic], categorized by type and relevance to specific modules. Provide a brief description and learning value for each resource." 3. Complex: "Create an extensive resource guide for your course about [topic]. Include 30 resources across various media types (books, articles, videos, podcasts, tools) for different learning styles and proficiency levels. For each resource, provide a detailed description, key takeaways, and how it complements specific course modules. Suggest a plan for updating resources and incorporating student-suggested materials." ## 11. Assignment Design 1. Simple: "Create 3 assignment ideas for a course about [topic], one for the beginning, middle, and end of the course." 2. Intermediate: "Design 7 varied assignments for a course about [topic]. Include a mix of written, practical, and creative tasks. Provide grading criteria for each." 3. Complex: "Develop a comprehensive assignment strategy for a [duration] course about [topic]. Create 12 assignments that progressively build skills and knowledge. Include individual and group projects, case studies, research tasks, and a capstone project. Provide detailed instructions, rubrics, peer review guidelines, and suggestions for accommodating diverse student needs and interests." ## 12. Feedback and Grading Rubric Creation 1. Simple: "Write a basic grading rubric for an essay assignment in your course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Develop a detailed rubric for assessing a project in your course about [topic]. Include 5 criteria, each with 4 levels of performance. Provide guidance on giving constructive feedback." 3. Complex: "Create a comprehensive feedback and grading system for your course about [topic]. Include rubrics for different assignment types, guidelines for peer and self-assessment, strategies for delivering timely and constructive feedback, and a plan for using feedback to improve the course. Design a student progress dashboard and suggest how to use analytics to identify areas where students may need additional support." ## 13. Module Transition Content 1. Simple: "Write a brief 50-word transition between two modules in your course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Craft three module transitions for your course about [topic]. For each, summarize key points from the completed module, introduce the upcoming module, and explain how they connect." 3. Complex: "Develop a comprehensive transition strategy for a 10-module course about [topic]. For each transition, create a script and visual aid that reviews main concepts, addresses common questions, previews upcoming content, and provides a mini-challenge to bridge the modules. Include ideas for personalizing transitions based on student progress and performance." ## 14. Discussion Prompt Creation 1. Simple: "Write 3 discussion prompts related to [specific topic] in your course." 2. Intermediate: "Create 7 engaging discussion prompts for a module about [specific topic]. Include a mix of conceptual questions, case studies, and real-world applications. Provide guidelines for student responses and interaction." 3. Complex: "Design a discussion strategy for a course about [topic]. Develop 20 prompts that encourage critical thinking, debate, and peer learning. Include icebreaker, reflective, analytical, and synthesis-level discussions. Provide facilitation tips, grading rubrics, and ideas for integrating discussions with other course elements. Suggest how to use AI to support discussion moderation and highlight key insights." ## 15. Multimedia Content Ideas 1. Simple: "Suggest 3 types of multimedia content to include in your course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Propose 7 multimedia elements for a course about [topic]. Include ideas for videos, infographics, interactive diagrams, and audio content. Explain how each enhances learning." 3. Complex: "Develop a comprehensive multimedia strategy for a course about [topic]. Suggest 15 diverse multimedia elements including videos, animations, interactive simulations, VR experiences, podcasts, and infographics. For each, provide a content outline, production tips, and integration ideas with other course materials. Include accessibility considerations and ideas for student-generated multimedia projects." ## 16. Case Study Development 1. Simple: "Outline a basic case study related to [specific topic] for your course." 2. Intermediate: "Develop 3 case studies for your course about [topic], each highlighting different aspects or challenges. Include background information, key issues, and discussion questions." 3. Complex: "Create a series of 5 interconnected case studies for your course about [topic]. Each case should build upon the previous ones, increasing in complexity. Provide detailed narratives, data sets, multimedia elements, and a teaching note for each case. Include individual and group activities, role-playing scenarios, and guidelines for case analysis and presentation. Suggest how to incorporate real-time industry developments into the cases." ## 17. Capstone Project Design 1. Simple: "Describe a basic capstone project idea for your course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Design a capstone project for your course about [topic]. Include project objectives, deliverables, timeline, and assessment criteria." 3. Complex: "Develop a comprehensive capstone project strategy for your course about [topic]. Include 3 project options catering to different interests and career goals. For each option, provide detailed guidelines, milestone checkpoints, resources, mentoring plans, peer review processes, and presentation formats. Design a project proposal template, progress report structure, final presentation rubric, and reflection essay prompt. Suggest how to showcase top projects and incorporate industry feedback." ## 18. Course Marketing Copy 1. Simple: "Write a short 50-word promotional blurb for your course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Develop 3 marketing copy variations for your course about [topic]: a short social media post, a medium-length email, and a long-form blog post. Include key benefits and call-to-action in each." 3. Complex: "Create a comprehensive marketing kit for your course about [topic]. Include 5 social media posts, 3 email templates (teaser, launch, and follow-up), a sales page outline, a 60-second video script, podcast talking points, and an affiliate partner guide. Incorporate storytelling elements, social proof, and urgency tactics. Suggest strategies for A/B testing different copy elements and adapting the message for various audience segments." ## 19. Student Onboarding Sequence 1. Simple: "List 5 steps for onboarding new students to your course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Design a 7-day onboarding email sequence for new students in your course about [topic]. Include account setup guidance, course navigation tips, and a welcome video script." 3. Complex: "Develop a comprehensive 30-day onboarding and orientation strategy for your course about [topic]. Include a mix of emails, videos, webinars, and interactive content. Design a 'start here' module, tech setup guide, learning style assessment, goal-setting workshop, and peer networking activities. Create a day-by-day schedule, content outlines for each element, and suggestions for personalizing the onboarding experience based on student background and goals. Include ideas for gathering and incorporating feedback to continually improve the onboarding process." ## 20. Certificate Design and Criteria 1. Simple: "Describe the basic elements to include in a completion certificate for your course about [topic]." 2. Intermediate: "Design a visually appealing certificate of completion for your course about [topic]. List 5 criteria students must meet to earn the certificate." 3. Complex: "Develop a comprehensive certification strategy for your course about [topic]. Design three levels of certificates (completion, excellence, and mastery) with clear criteria for each. Create visually distinct certificate templates, including digital badges for social media sharing. Outline an application process for higher-level certificates, including portfolio review guidelines. Suggest ways to add value to your certification, such as industry partnerships, accreditation, or pathways to further qualifications. Include ideas for a virtual graduation ceremony and alumni network to celebrate and support student achievements."
