Unlike searching library databases, which work best when we combine specific concepts as keywords in our searches, many artificial intelligence tools respond better to written out scenarios, which specify particular roles, responses, and parameters in narrative form.
Example Prompt Language
Initial Prompt
I am <your role / identity> who is writing a persuasive paper about <insert topic>. What types of sources would be considered compelling evidence to <specific audience>?
Follow-Up Prompts
- Are there any types of information that would be considered less persuasive to my audience?
- Are there any types of sources that would be considered less credible to my audience?
- What source types should I focus on instead?
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