Brain breaks and bell ringers are short activities that can be used to help students focus, stay engaged, and learn more effectively. Explore myth vs reality in regards to these two types of activities. See how AI can be used to create brain breaks and bell ringers that are more personalized, engaging, and effective.
Brain breaks and bell ringers have certain elements you can take advantage of. Keep these in mind when you are crafting prompts for AI to generate activities.Â
Sample Brain Break Prompt for AI
Assume the role of a sixth grade teacher. Use a tone that is educational but suitable for middle school students. Come up with a slow movement brain break activity that incorporates balancing and posture changes.
Try this prompt for different AI chatbots you have available or that are free for your use.
Sample Bell Ringer Prompt for AI
Assume the role of a sixth-grade teacher. Use a tone that is educational but suitable for middle school students. Come up with a bell ringer activity that focuses on Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) for Texas Science TEKS for sixth grade.
Try this prompt for different AI chatbots you have available or that are free for your use. More ideas for brain breaks and when to use them.
Prompt Tips for Bell Ringers
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Want to see more ways you can use chatbots to enhance or facilitate teaching and learning in your classroom? Here are some popular ideas to explore. All you need is access to a chatbot to explore with. My favorites include Claude.ai, ChatGPT to start with.