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Design Authentic Assessments with This ChatGPT Prompt

What This Prompt Does

Constructs an authentic assessment task that evaluates student learning through real-world application rather than rote memorization.
Outlines a step-by-step process, guiding students through planning, execution, and reflection.
Aligns assessments with learning objectives and curriculum standards, ensuring instructional coherence.
Defines clear, observable criteria for evaluating student performance using rubrics or checklists.
Promotes higher-order thinking, collaboration, problem-solving, and creativity across academic disciplines.

Tips

Specify the domain of learning (e.g., STEM, arts, history) to tailor the task contextually.
Use project-based formats, role-playing, simulations, case studies, or presentations to make tasks engaging and relevant.
Ask ChatGPT to generate a rubric aligned with specific standards such as Bloom’s Taxonomy or Common Core.
Extend with follow-up prompts like:
“Suggest modifications for students with learning differences.”
“How can this task be adapted for online or hybrid learning environments?”
“Generate reflection questions students can answer post-assessment.”

Prompt

Design a performance-based assessment for [topic] in [grade or university level]. Outline the steps, goals, and evaluation criteria.

How To Use The Prompt

Fill in the required fields to personalize the assessment to your content and learner group.

Template:
“Design a performance-based assessment for [INSERT TOPIC] in [INSERT GRADE OR LEVEL]. Outline the steps, goals, and evaluation criteria.”

Example:
“Design a performance-based assessment for environmental sustainability in 8th grade. Outline the steps, goals, and evaluation criteria.”

Example Input

Topic: The Water Cycle

Grade Level: 5th Grade

Request: Include hands-on project design, small group collaboration, clear deliverables, and a rubric with categories like creativity, accuracy, and scientific understanding.

Additional Information

This assessment prompt is ideal for:

Project-based learning units
STEM fairs, exhibitions, and capstone projects
Interdisciplinary assignments
21st-century skill development (communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking)

Encourage students to demonstrate mastery through action—by building, presenting, writing, creating, or performing. Performance-based assessments are especially effective for differentiated instruction and experiential learning.

Pair with:
- “Create a grading rubric with performance levels and weightings.”
- “Suggest digital tools to support the task (e.g., Padlet, Canva, Flipgrid, Google Slides).”

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