Okay, real talk, how many times have you made a study guide, stared at it, and thought, this needs to be more fun?
I’m using my daughter’s study guide as an example today. She’s super independent and usually handles things on her own, but every now and then, she asks me for help. And honestly, I love it. Helping her out is one of those little joys that make my day.
The Game-Changing Process
Step 1: Digitize Your Study Guide
I start with a study guide, often handwritten, not typed. To turn this into a digital format, I take a picture of it and upload it to my favorite website: ASU Online AI Labs Image Accessibility Creator. This tool is a lifesaver for both saving time and ensuring accessibility. It converts the image into text and provides robust, accurate alt text for any graphics.
Once the text is extracted, I paste it into a Word document, creating a digital version of my notes. Just like that, the hard part is done!
Step 2: Generate Questions
With my digital study guide ready, I turn to my trusty think partner: ChatGPT. I ask it something like this:
“Can you take this study guide of notes (attached) and create multiple-choice questions with four answer options for each question, marking the correct answer with an asterisk? For example:
*a. evolution
Provide enough multiple-choice questions to cover all the content on the study guide notes.”
ChatGPT generates a set of questions, but here’s an important note: Prompt engineering is a crucial step in getting the results you want. Improving your prompts takes time and practice, so don’t be discouraged if it doesn’t work perfectly on the first try. I suggest once you create a prompt that delivers exactly what you need, save it! Having a list of template prompts is a huge time-saver for me, and it ensures I can streamline repetitive tasks like this.
Also, here’s a pro tip: Always review the content yourself. As much as I love ChatGPT, it’s vital to verify the information to ensure accuracy. You are the brain behind the process, so don’t skip this step.
Step 3: Transform Questions into Interactive Formats
Once I’ve reviewed the questions, I upload them to GetMarked’s Google Form Quiz Import Tool. This tool lets me convert my questions into a Google Form, which I then transform into a Google Quiz. There are a few more steps to get the quiz from GetMarked to Google Form, but the instructions on the GetMarked website are super easy to follow, making the whole process smooth from start to finish.
With the quiz ready, I can easily import it into Quizizz to create an engaging, interactive learning game.
If I’m not working with Google Quizzes, I’ll add the study guide or questions directly to Quizlet. From Quizlet, I can export the content to platforms like Kahoot, Blooket, Quizalize, or back to Quizizz for even more options.
The Result: Hours Saved
What used to take me hours and hours to do now takes about 10 minutes, depending on the content. I’ve taught myself this process over the past year, and it’s been an absolute game changer. Not only do I save time, but I’m also creating accessible and effective learning materials that students love.
Give It a Try!
If this process connects with you or if you’d like a walkthrough, feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to share specific steps or guide you through it. Saving time and creating great learning experiences is something we all deserve!
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