STEM Challenge
Develop a hands-on STEM task (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
Prompt template
Develop a STEM challenge for: **Area:** [Mathematics / Computer Science / Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Engineering] **Topic:** [SPECIFIC TOPIC] **Class / Age:** [GRADE OR AGE] **Duration:** [MINUTES] **Format:** [Individual / Team / Competition] **Available materials:** [AVAILABLE] **Difficulty:** [Entry / Advanced / Competition level] Create: 1. **Challenge description** (What should be solved/built/discovered?) 2. **Background information** (short input for learners) 3. **Task statement** (clearly and motivatingly worded) 4. **Materials & setup** 5. **Assessment criteria** (what is a good result?) 6. **Extension**: What can fast finishers explore additionally?
Replace placeholders in [square brackets]: [SPECIFIC TOPIC][GRADE OR AGE][MINUTES][Individual / Team / Competition][AVAILABLE][Entry / Advanced / Competition level]
How to use this template
Copy the prompt, replace the placeholders in square brackets with your details and paste it into the AI assistant of your choice. The more precise your details, the better the result.
Tips for better results
- Real problems motivate more than contrived school tasks.
- Allow failure — iteration loops are part of STEM thinking.
- Connect to current topics: climate change, AI, health.
Suitable open models
The selection names current open models as a starting point for your own tests. It is not a measurement for this template.
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