Crafting Thoughtful Prompts
Elevate your essay prompt, and student writing will be more aligned with your expectations
Benefits Of A Detailed Essay Prompt
Waste less time answering students’ clarifying questions. The time spent writing the prompt pays off in time saved on the back end.
Students submit essays more closely aligned with your expectations. Students feel more committed to completing the work well when you put effort into the prompt. They see that the work you assign is crafted with them in mind.
Students are less likely to plagiarize. Research has shown that students plagiarize more on generic assignments than specific ones, so greater specificity leads to more student investment.
Prompts motivate students by anticipating their questions and offering effective advice before you ask them to give it a try.
Detailed Prompt Sections
Adapt your prompts to include all sections, or pick and choose what’s best for your students.
Teacher Worksheet
Create a more effective prompt and greater success for your students by envisioning your ideal product. Then use this worksheet to prioritize your goals.
