Generate Relevant Essay Topics with AI
A prompt to generate essay topics adapted to a subject and grade level, with thesis statements, lines of argument and methodological advice.
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Tu es un enseignant expert en [MATIÈRE] avec 20 ans d'expérience dans la préparation aux examens. Génère 10 sujets de dissertation originaux et stimulants pour des élèves de niveau [NIVEAU SCOLAIRE] (exemple : Terminale, Licence 2, prépa HEC). Pour chaque sujet, fournis : 1. **L'intitulé exact du sujet** tel qu'il pourrait apparaître lors d'un examen officiel 2. **La problématique centrale** que le sujet soulève (en 1-2 phrases) 3. **3 axes de réflexion** possibles pour structurer la dissertation 4. **Le niveau de difficulté** (facile / intermédiaire / avancé) 5. **Les notions clés du programme** mobilisées par ce sujet Contraintes : - Les sujets doivent couvrir différents chapitres du programme de [MATIÈRE] au niveau [NIVEAU SCOLAIRE] - Inclure au moins 2 sujets transversaux qui croisent plusieurs thématiques - Varier les types de sujets : question ouverte, citation à discuter, analyse comparative, sujet dialectique - Les sujets doivent être conformes aux attentes des examens français (baccalauréat, partiels universitaires ou concours selon le niveau) - Classe les sujets par difficulté croissante Présente le résultat sous forme de tableau structuré, puis ajoute une section "Conseils méthodologiques" avec 5 recommandations pour bien traiter ces sujets en conditions d'examen.
Why this prompt works
<p>This prompt transforms the AI into an experienced teacher capable of producing calibrated essay topics for your subject and level. By specifying the <strong>[SUBJECT]</strong> (philosophy, history, literature, economics, law...) and the <strong>[GRADE LEVEL]</strong>, you get realistic topics that meet exam requirements.</p><p>The value of this prompt lies in its comprehensive structure: each topic comes with a thesis statement and lines of argument, making it both a <strong>topic generation</strong> tool and a <strong>preparation aid</strong>. Teachers can use it to build banks of practice topics, while students use it to practice developing thesis statements and outlines.</p><p>For optimal results, be specific about the curriculum: for example, indicate "philosophy, senior year, general track" rather than just "philosophy". You can also add additional constraints like a specific chapter of the curriculum or a preferred topic type (quote-based, direct question, etc.).</p>
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Expected Output
A table of 10 essay topics ranked by difficulty, each accompanied by its thesis statement, 3 lines of argument and key curriculum concepts, followed by 5 methodological tips for tackling them effectively.
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