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Create a Comment Bank with AI

These prompts are designed to help you generate a starting point for a comment bank using ChatGPT. They may still need checking and amending, but they can save time and help you get started more quickly. They may not work perfectly for every assignment, but they should still save you time in getting one set up.

These prompts are designed to follow the flow of the assignment. Even though they may generate a large number of abbreviations, you do not need to remember them. You can simply open a comment box and use the side panel to click and insert comments in order, following the structure of the assignment as you mark.

No need to memorise abbreviations.

Before you start with ChatGPT

To use these prompts properly, you will need a ChatGPT account so that you can attach an assignment brief.

You can do this with a free ChatGPT account.

Why this matters

These prompts work best when ChatGPT can analyse the actual assignment brief. If you are not signed in, you may not be able to attach files, which means the prompt will be less accurate.

How to get started

Create or sign in to a ChatGPT account.
Open a new chat.
Attach the assignment brief.
Copy and paste one of the prompts below.
In the Feedback Assistant side panel, create a new comment bank or open an existing one.
It is important to note that the comment bank sheet must be created within the extension. The extension can not read sheets that are created outside of the extension.
Paste the generated abbreviations and comments into the spreadsheet created by the extension, or into a new tab within an existing comment bank.
Return to the side panel and sync the sheet.

If creating a new tab, you may need to close the extension and reload it.

These prompts are intended to give you a strong starting point. You may still want to edit the wording, remove comments you do not need, or add comments specific to your own marking style. They are generic prompts, so once you recieve your ouput from ChatGPT you can ask ChatGPT to make any changes you feel are necessary.

BTEC assignment prompt

Best for BTEC-style assignment briefs where tasks contain multiple requirements and Pass, Merit and Distinction are applied across tasks.

What it does

This prompt analyses the structure of the brief, splits tasks by command words, identifies marking points, and generates a structured comment bank linked to criteria.

Prompt

I am a teacher creating a comment bank for fast marking using a Chrome extension.

      I will attach a BTEC assignment brief.

      Your job is to ANALYSE the assignment and GENERATE a complete marking comment bank as a downloadable .xlsx file.

      This prompt is designed for BTEC-style assignments where:
      - Tasks contain multiple requirements
      - Criteria (Pass, Merit, Distinction) are applied across tasks
      - One task may contain multiple criteria

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      STEP 1: IDENTIFY CRITERIA

      Extract all criteria (e.g. P1, P2, M1, D1).

      Understand what each level represents:
      - Pass → explain / describe / show understanding  
      - Merit → apply / assess / compare  
      - Distinction → evaluate / justify / analyse  

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      STEP 2: REBUILD TASK STRUCTURE (CRITICAL)

      Work through the assignment in order.

      For each task:

      - Identify all command words used (e.g. explain, describe, assess, compare, justify, evaluate)

      - Each command word represents a separate marking requirement

      You must:

      - split each task into separate “command blocks”
      - treat each command block as its own marking section

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      STEP 3: MAP COMMAND BLOCKS → CRITERIA

      For each command block:

      - determine which criteria it links to (P, M, D)
      - ensure:
        - simpler command words link to Pass  
        - more complex command words link to Merit/Distinction  

      IMPORTANT:
      - do NOT merge multiple command blocks together  
      - each block must map clearly to criteria  

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      STEP 4: IDENTIFY MARKING POINTS

      Within each command block:

      - identify the specific points the student is expected to include

      These should be:

      - individual ideas or concepts  
      - specific enough to be marked independently  
      - something a student could include or miss  

      IMPORTANT:
      - break content into multiple marking points  
      - do NOT keep them as one broad idea  

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      STEP 5: GENERATE COMMENTS (MARKING STYLE)

      Work through the assignment in order:

      For EACH marking point:

      Generate:

      - a pass-level comment  
      - a merit-level comment  
      - a distinction-level comment  

      Each comment must:

      - refer to a specific marking point  
      - reflect the command word (e.g. explain, compare, evaluate)  
      - reflect the level of response  
      - feel like a real marking comment  

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      COMMENT STYLE (CRITICAL)

      Use this structure:

      Achieved:
      ✓ [criteria] [clear judgement] of [specific point]

      Not achieved:
      [criteria] You have not covered [specific point]

      Examples of tone:
      - ✓ P1 Good explanation of [point]  
      - ✓ M1 Clear comparison of [point]  
      - ✓ D1 Detailed evaluation of [point]  
      - P1 You have not covered [point]  

      IMPORTANT:
      - do NOT write generic comments  
      - each comment must refer to ONE idea  

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      ABBREVIATION RULES (SIMPLIFIED)

      Column A must contain:

      [criteria][element]

      Examples:
      p1a
      p1b
      m1a
      d1a

      RULES:
      - no spaces  
      - lowercase only  
      - element codes should follow the order of marking points  
      - keep abbreviations simple and easy to type  

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      ORDERING RULE

      The comment bank must:

      - follow the task order exactly  
      - follow command block order within tasks  
      - follow marking point order within blocks  
      - within each point:
        pass → merit → distinction  

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      OUTPUT FORMAT

      DO NOT display the full comment bank in the chat.

      Instead:

      1. Generate a downloadable Excel file (.xlsx) with:
        - Column A: Abbreviation  
        - Column B: Comment  
        - Sheet name: "Comment Bank"  

      2. Provide a short explanation of how the abbreviations work  

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      FINAL CHECK

      Ensure:

      - tasks are correctly split by command words  
      - criteria are correctly mapped  
      - marking points are specific and detailed  
      - comments reflect real marking  
      - no generic feedback  
      - structure is logical for marking  
      - Excel file is ready for use  

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      Now generate the comment bank based on the assignment brief.

Criteria-based assignment prompt

Best for criteria-based assignments, where each criterion is assessed more directly and individually. For example, where criteria point 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 has pass, merit and/ or distinction available.

What it does

This prompt treats each criterion separately, breaks tasks into evidence elements where needed, and generates concise, spreadsheet-ready comments for pass, merit, distinction and not achieved.

Prompt

Assignment brief prompt:

      I am a college teacher in England creating a comment bank for fast marking using a Chrome extension.

      I have attached an assignment brief that includes assessment criteria and tasks. Tasks may contain multiple required elements (e.g. structures, stages, components, comparisons, processes, case study sections).

      Your job is to generate a marking comment bank in Excel (.xlsx format) that I can upload into Google Sheets and use with abbreviation shortcuts while marking.

      IMPORTANT CONTEXT (critical for accuracy)
      This sheet will be used in a live marking environment where I type abbreviations (e.g. 1.2d) that expand into full comments in a Google Docs comment box.

      The sheet must therefore:
      - Be fast to scan
      - Use short, consistent abbreviations
      - Provide precise, element-specific feedback
      - Avoid long or generic comments

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      ABBREVIATION RULES (MANDATORY)

      Column A must contain abbreviations in this exact format:

      [criteria].[grade]

      Examples:
      1.1p
      1.1m
      1.1d
      1.1n

      Rules:
      - No spaces
      - Lowercase grade letters only (p, m, d, n)
      - "n" = Not Achieved
      - One row per grade per evidence element

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      CRITICAL INTERPRETATION RULES

      Grades are awarded at criteria level, but evidence is produced at task and sub-task level.

      If a task includes multiple elements (e.g. multiple structures, stages, comparisons, or components):
      - Treat each element as a separate feedback opportunity
      - Generate separate comments for each element where meaningful

      DO NOT:
      - Combine multiple elements into one generic comment
      - Treat elements as separate grades

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      SHEET STRUCTURE

      Column A: Abbreviation (e.g. 1.2d)
      Column B: Comment only

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      COMMENT FORMAT RULES

      All comments must:

      - Be 1–2 sentences maximum
      - Be written for a Google Docs comment box
      - Be student-friendly and conversational
      - Be specific to the exact evidence element

      Achieved comments (p, m, d):
      - MUST begin with: ✓ 1.X –
      - MUST start with a natural positive phrase:
        (e.g. Well done, Good work, Strong work, Excellent work)

      Not Achieved (n):
      - MUST NOT include a tick
      - MUST start with: 1.X –
      - MUST be neutral and clearly state what is missing
      - MUST NOT give step-by-step instructions

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      GRADING EXPECTATIONS

      Pass:
      - Basic correct description or identification

      Merit:
      - Clear explanation, accurate links, some depth

      Distinction:
      - Detailed explanation, clear links, analysis, synthesis or justification

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      OUTPUT REQUIREMENTS

      - Generate a complete Excel file (.xlsx)
      - Ensure it is ready to upload directly into Google Drive
      - Ensure all abbreviations are consistent and usable for typing
      - Ensure comments are concise and realistic for marking use

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      FINAL CHECK BEFORE OUTPUT

      - Abbreviations are clean (e.g. 2.3m, not "2.3 M – ...")
      - Comments are short and not repetitive
      - Each row represents a meaningful marking decision
      - Language is natural and suitable for students

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      Now generate the comment bank based on the assignment brief provided.

Task-based assignment prompt (single learning outcome)

Best for assignments with a single learning outcome or broad grading criteria, where the task is broken down into multiple sections or required content. For example, NCFE level 3 assignments or BTEC tasks where Pass, Merit and Distinction are applied across the whole task rather than separate criteria points.

What it does

This prompt follows the structure of the assignment task, breaks it into specific marking points, and generates clear Pass, Merit and Distinction comments for each part. Comments are written using the wording of the task so they can be pasted directly into student feedback without editing.

Prompt

Assignment brief prompt:

        I am a teacher creating a comment bank for fast marking using a Chrome extension.

        I have attached an assignment brief.

        Your job is to ANALYSE the assignment and GENERATE a complete marking comment bank as a downloadable Excel (.xlsx) file.

        IMPORTANT CONTEXT (critical for accuracy)
        This sheet will be used in a live marking environment where I type abbreviations (e.g. pa, mb, dc) that expand into full comments in a comment box.

        The sheet must therefore:
        - Be fast to scan
        - Use short, simple abbreviations
        - Follow the structure of the task
        - Provide specific, ready-to-use feedback
        - Avoid generic or placeholder comments

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        STEP 1: IDENTIFY GRADING DESCRIPTORS

        Extract the Pass, Merit and Distinction descriptors.

        Understand what each level represents:
        - Pass → basic description or coverage of content
        - Merit → clear explanation using appropriate or specialist language
        - Distinction → accurate, detailed or well-applied use of knowledge

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        STEP 2: REBUILD TASK STRUCTURE (CRITICAL)

        Work through the assignment in the order it is written.

        - Identify all sections, sub-sections and listed requirements
        - Treat each bullet point, heading or required content area as a separate section

        IMPORTANT:
        - The task structure defines the marking structure
        - Do NOT rely on learning outcome references to structure comments

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        STEP 3: IDENTIFY MARKING POINTS

        Within each section:

        - Identify the specific points the student is expected to include

        These should be:
        - individual ideas or concepts
        - specific enough to be marked independently
        - something a student could include or miss

        IMPORTANT:
        - Break sections into multiple marking points where needed
        - Do NOT treat large sections as a single block

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        STEP 4: GENERATE COMMENTS (TASK-LED MARKING)

        For EACH marking point:

        Generate:
        - a Pass-level comment
        - a Merit-level comment
        - a Distinction-level comment

        Each comment must:
        - refer to a specific marking point
        - reflect the level of response
        - relate clearly to the wording of the task
        - feel like a real marking comment

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        TASK LANGUAGE RULE (CRITICAL)

        All comments must use the wording from the assignment brief.

        You must:
        - refer directly to what the student was asked to include
        - use the same terminology as the task

        DO NOT:
        - introduce your own examples
        - use phrases like "e.g." or "for example"
        - replace task wording with generic phrases

        Comments must be ready to use without editing.

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        COMMENT FORMAT RULES

        All comments must:

        - Be 1–2 sentences maximum
        - Be written for a comment box
        - Be student-friendly and clear
        - Focus on ONE marking point only

        Structure:

        Pass:
        ✓ P Good description of [task requirement]

        Merit:
        ✓ M Clear explanation of [task requirement]

        Distinction:
        ✓ D Accurate and detailed application of [task requirement]

        Not achieved:
        You have not covered [task requirement]

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        ABBREVIATION RULES (MANDATORY)

        Column A must contain abbreviations in this format:

        [level][element]

        Examples:
        pa
        ma
        da
        pb
        mb
        db

        Rules:
        - No spaces
        - Lowercase only
        - P = Pass, M = Merit, D = Distinction
        - Element letters follow the order of the task
        - Keep abbreviations short and easy to type

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        SHEET STRUCTURE

        Column A: Abbreviation (e.g. pa, mb)
        Column B: Comment only

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        OUTPUT REQUIREMENTS

        - Generate a complete Excel file (.xlsx)
        - Ensure it is ready to upload directly into Google Drive
        - Ensure abbreviations are consistent and usable
        - Ensure comments follow the structure of the task

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        FINAL CHECK BEFORE OUTPUT

        - Comments follow the exact task order
        - Each marking point has P, M and D comments
        - No generic or placeholder wording
        - Comments reflect what the student was asked to include
        - Abbreviations are clean and consistent
        - Language is natural and ready for student feedback

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        Now generate the comment bank based on the assignment brief provided.

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