Build a Physics Glossary

Create a student-friendly glossary to support new concepts.

Teaching context:
Perfect for the beginning of a new physics unit, especially when students are overwhelmed by unfamiliar terms.

Basic AI Prompt:
Create a glossary of physics terms for [topic].

Enhanced AI Prompt:
Generate a glossary of 15 key terms for a Year 10 unit on motion. Include simple definitions, examples, and optional visual icons to support understanding.

Spice it up:
Ask for the glossary formatted as printable flashcards or a drag-and-drop revision game.

Lesson implementation:
Introduce this task when students first encounter a dense or technical topic like motion, energy or waves. Project the AI-generated glossary and review the terms as a class. Then, assign students different terms to illustrate or explain in their own words.

For differentiation, provide pre-filled glossaries with space for drawings or example sentences. This is particularly helpful for EAL students or classes with mixed literacy levels. Use it as a revision tool before assessments, or as part of a flipped learning activity. Tools like Quizlet, Canva or Google Slides are excellent for transforming the glossary into a learning resource.

Got ideas on different ways to use this prompt? Share them with the class in the comments below!

Also, if you liked this, you'll love 250 AI Prompts for Physics Teachers in our books section!