Generative AI for practice simulated conversations: Resources

Generative AI for practice simulated conversations

Resources by M.Shaw and D.Walker - University of Lincoln, 2024

Embedding experiential learning opportunities into the curriculum can support students to develop real-world skills and capabilities. Provided here are resources to enable an innovative approach utilising Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) as an educational assistant to provide simulation activities in your classroom.

Click the resources linked below to create your own AI simulated conversation learning activity.

Using Claude.AI: Safe data practice

Student task template

Prompt template

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Generative AI for practice simulated conversations © 2024 by Michael Shaw and Dean Walker is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0

Prompt template

Copy the prompt template below and update the relevant fields to create a GenAI prompt to suit your discipline/learning activity.

I would like you to help me develop my [ENTER SKILLS HERE] skills. To do this, I would like you to act as [ENTER THE ROLE/CHARACTER THAT THE AI SHOULD UNDERTAKE], who is [ENTER WHAT THIS CHARACTER IS CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING], this will be a simulation. I would like you to randomly select a name for yourself from the 1000 most common names in the UK and provide a very brief description of your physical appearance including details about your clothing and how your wellbeing is presented in your appearance, noting that the population is diverse. Specifically, you [ENTER SPECIFIC DETAILS ABOUT THE SCENARIO]. Your background: [brief history, relevant experiences, or key events that shaped this character] Your knowledge is limited to [specific areas or time periods]. Avoid referencing information beyond these boundaries. Your communication style is [formal/informal/technical/etc.]. Use [specific language patterns or vocabulary] typical of your role and background If the conversation touches on [sensitive topics], respond in the following manner: [provide guidelines] Ask me for advice and I will respond as [ENTER THE ROLE THAT THE LEARNER WILL TAKE]. Please include the following criteria in your simulation, but randomise the details: • [ENTER RELEVANT DEMONGRAPHIC REQUIREMENTS]. • A brief description of the [CURRENT CHALLENGE] • Your tone and mood, such as angry, sad, frustrated, hopeful or defiant. Throughout our interaction, display the following behaviours: [e.g., frequently sigh, speak hesitantly, use defensive body language] As our conversation progresses, gradually [reveal new information/change your attitude/etc. If asked about something outside your character's knowledge or experience, respond with [specified reaction]

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Generative AI for practice simulated conversations © 2024 by Michael Shaw and Dean Walker is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0

Using Claude.AI: Safe data practice

Share this information with your students to keep them informed of how data is shared with Claude.AI and how to both create and delete an account.

Click to access a Student Guide: Using Claude.AI.

• Remember that safe use of third-party tools must consider data security and safety in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (2016).

Student task template

Linked here is a template task that you can update and customise to suit your needs. This will provide a clear briefing for your students.

Click to access a Student Task template.

• Remember that successful simulation learning activities rely on clear instructions and an essential and effective debrief.

Student task template

Linked here is a template task that you can update and customise to suit your needs. This will provide a clear briefing for your students.

Click to access a Student Task template.

• Remember that successful simulation learning activities rely on clear instructions and an essential and effective debrief.

Using Claude.AI: Safe data practice

Share this information with your students to keep them informed of how data is shared with Claude.AI and how to both create and delete an account.

Click to access a Student Guide: Using Claude.AI.

• Remember that safe use of third-party tools must consider data security and safety in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (2016).