CLEAR Framework for Prompt Engineering

Leo S. Lo, The CLEAR path: A framework for enhancing information literacy through prompt engineering, The Journal of Academic Librarianship, Volume 49, Issue 4, 2023, 102720, ISSN 0099-1333, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.acalib.2023.102720.

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Emphasize the significance of adaptability in prompt engineering and be willing to experiment with various prompts and phrasing.

Adaptive

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Understand the significance of continuous evaluation in enhancing prompt engineering techniques.

Reflective

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Ensure that the information flows logically and that the relationships between concepts are clear.

Logical

Provide clear output specifications. Include specifics about the type of information you seek and how it should be conveyed.

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Explicit

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The importance of conciseness in crafting prompts.

Concise

The CLEAR Framework is another structured approach for creating effective prompts when working with GenAI. The more of these you incorporate, the better your results.

CLEAR Framework for Prompt Engineering

Original Prompt: Can you tell me about the causes of World War II and its major events? Instead, use this one: List the top 5 causes of World War II and 3 pivotal battles.

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After receiving AI-generated content on the causes of the American Civil War, evaluate the response's depth, historical accuracy, and coverage of key factors. Use insights from the evaluation to refine future prompts, such as asking for a detailed analysis of economic and political causes or focusing on the role of slavery in the conflict.

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"Explain the benefits of regular exercise for mental health." "Describe three real-world applications of artificial intelligence in healthcare." "List three major environmental impacts of air pollution on urban areas."

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"Describe three specific impacts of climate change on coastal ecosystems in the past decade." Analyze how machine learning algorithms are improving early cancer detection in radiology." "Compare the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of solar and wind power in urban settings." "Outline how regular aerobic exercise affects cognitive function in older adults."

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"Explain climate change, focusing on its causes, effects on the environment, and potential solutions.” “Provide a detailed summary of World War I, highlighting its key causes, major battles, and lasting impacts on global politics.” “Outline the process of photosynthesis, detailing the roles of sunlight, chlorophyll, and carbon dioxide in plant energy production.”

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