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LinneaConely-9d
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18 days ago

What Kind of Trainer Are You?

This is part of a Train the Trainer course. I wanted to convert a paper-based activity into something that could be done on an iPad in the classroom. This is the first page of my quiz:

 

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I used ChatGPT. I started with the prompt below and after about 9 iterations had something that worked. Each time I described what wasn't working and asked why. That led ChatGPT to "fix" the problem. It was funny because with each fix ChatGPT was convinced that it was the "final" fix and that it would work--and eventually it did. I learned to be patient and to ask lots of questions about what wasn't working. It was also helpful when I added that this was for a Rise course. So, I'll probably include that in my prompts from now on. It's still not perfect. I don't think it handles what to do in case of a tie score. But it's a good start. 

Here is my initial prompt:

Create an “index.html” file that can contain HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and doesn't include web calls

This “index.html” file will be used inside an “<iframe>”

In the “index.html” file, create a quiz called “What Kind of Trainer Are You?” that asks questions, and then based on the answers will determine what type of trainer someone is: Systematic, Directive, Facilitative, or Interactive. Also, give it a transparent background.

Use these guidelines for scoring the answers to the questions:

For each question, the possible answer choices are “Just like me”, “Somewhat like me”, and “Not at all like me”. Each “Just like me” response scores 2 points. Each “Somewhat like me” response scores 1 point. Each “Not at all like me” response scores zero points.

Introductory text: Read each statement and check the box that most accurately reflects how much the statement fits you as a trainer. If you have no prior training experience, indicate how you believe the statement would apply to you in the role of a trainer. There are no right or wrong answers.

The questions are as follows:

  1. I actively work to build close connections with learners.
  2. I am organized and methodical.
  3. I ask open-ended questions to guide discussions and help learners arrive at their own conclusions.
  4. I closely monitor task performance.
  5. I embrace complexity.
  6. I emphasize planning and structure.
  7. I encourage group participation, create opportunities for learners to share diverse perspectives, and help them make decisions together.
  8. I encourage learner participation.
  9. I foster a supportive environment where people feel valued.
  10. I hold learners strictly accountable.
  11. I pay attention to detail.
  12. I position myself as a “guide on the side” to help others discover solutions and grow, rather than a “sage on the stage” directing everything.
  13. I prefer quick, firm decisions with little input from learners.
  14. I provide clear, detailed instructions.
  15. I share power with the learner.
  16. I share information openly with learners and make goals and decisions clear.

For the “Systematic” type score, sum the scores for questions 2, 5, 6, and 11

For the “Directive” type score, sum the scores for questions 4, 10, 13, and 14

For the “Facilitative” type score, sum the scores for questions 3, 7, 12, and 16

For the “Interactive” type score, sum the scores for questions 1, 8, 9, and 15

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  • Thomas_Shayon's avatar
    Thomas_Shayon
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    LinneaConely-9d​ thanks for working out loud and sharing this project with us. In my prompting (personally) I've started asking my ai systems, "Before you begin 'x' what clarifying questions do you have?" Which seems to slow the AI down, long enough to project what else it needs to do the job correctly.