You're the Director: Prompting with Purpose

What do you think is the most important thing when prompting AI/asking AI a question?

Which prompt should Jordan use to get the best results?

• Help me plan a school event for middle school students who like pizza.

• I'm a 7th grader planning a spring carnival for about 120 students. We have a $300 budget and need ideas for 5 outdoor games, 2 food options, and a simple decoration plan. Can you help me make a checklist?

Which prompt should Jordan use to get the best response?

• What do people think about phones in middle school?

• I'm preparing for a debate where I have to argue that students SHOULD be allowed to use phones in class. Can you give me three strong arguments with evidence or examples I could research further.

• Tell me everything about cell phone policies in the state of Oklahoma.

Which prompt should Jordan use to help her start her email to her teacher?

• Write a thank you email to my teacher, Ms. Ramirez.

• Write a short, warm thank-you email to my science teacher, Ms. Ramirez. She stayed after school three times to help me prepare for a lab practical. I'm in 7th grade. I want it to sound genuine and friendly, not too formal.

What did you learn about how to prompt AI to help you get the best response? Be specific and provide at least two strategies.