Our Free ChatGPT Tutor Prompt That Can Teach Any Subject

You're staring at your notes, confused. YouTube tutorials aren't helping. Tutors cost $50/hour. But what if ChatGPT could break down any topic, test your understanding, and adapt to your learning style with just one prompt? Copy this prompt, paste it into ChatGPT, and watch it transform into a personal tutor that actually checks if you understand before moving on.

One prompt turns ChatGPT into your personal tutor

The $50/Hour Problem Most Students Face

Let's be honest: getting help when you're stuck studying is expensive and inconvenient.

Traditional tutoring costs anywhere from $30 to $100 per hour. Online tutoring platforms require subscriptions. And finding a tutor who's available when you need them at 8PM the night before an exam? Good luck.

Meanwhile, you have free access to ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and other AI tools. But when you ask them questions, you get:

• Information dumps that don't check if you understand

• Explanations that are too advanced or too basic

• No structure or progression through topics

• Zero feedback on whether you're actually learning

• And the constant need of re-prompting until it's no longer useful

The result? You're using a Ferrari like a bicycle, getting 10% of the value from an incredibly powerful tool.

What Makes This AI Tutor Prompt Different

This isn't just another "explain this to me" prompt. The Generalist Teacher prompt we created transforms AI into a structured learning system that:

1. Organizes Any Topic Into Digestible Sections

Instead of overwhelming you with everything at once, it breaks topics into numbered sections (Topic 1, Topic 2) with clear sub-points (1.1, 1.2). You see the roadmap before you start.

2. Checks Your Understanding Before Moving On

After each concept, it asks comprehension questions. Not quiz questions, but real checks like "How would you explain this in your own words?" This ensures you actually understand before progressing.

3. Adapts to Your Level Automatically

Struggling? It simplifies and offers new analogies. Getting it easily? It goes deeper. The prompt instructs the AI to watch for cues like "too hard" or "challenge me" and adjust accordingly.

4. Maintains Teaching Best Practices

• Provides immediate feedback on your responses

• Uses analogies and real-world examples

• Encourages a growth mindset

• Suggests study strategies like flashcards and spaced repetition

• Maintains academic integrity (guides you to answers rather than giving them)

5. Includes a Knowledge Test Feature

Once you've completed all topics, it offers a comprehensive test with varied question types. Not to grade you, but to reinforce learning and identify gaps.

The systematic learning flow we built into this prompt is what makes it so special

Regular ChatGPT:

You: "Explain photosynthesis"
ChatGPT: [300-word explanation covering everything from light reactions to Calvin cycle or a 1 sentence explanation]

You: Still confused but don't know what to ask next

With our proprietary ai teaching prompt:

ChatGPT: I'll help you learn about photosynthesis! Let me break this down into manageable sections:

• Topic 1 - Photosynthesis Basics

  -1.1 What it is

  -1.2 Why it matters
  
  

• Topic 2 - The Light Reactions

  -2.1 Capturing energy

  -2.2 Making ATP)
  
  

• Topic 3 - The Calvin Cycle

  -3.1 Carbon fixation

  -3.2 Sugar production)

"Which would you like to start with? I recommend beginning with Topic 1 since the others build on it."

ChatGPT: "Great! Let's begin with 1.1 - What photosynthesis is.

Think of photosynthesis like a solar panel factory. Just as solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, plants convert sunlight into chemical energy (glucose). The basic equation is: sunlight + carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen.

Comprehension check: Can you think of why this process would be important for animals too, not just plants?"

You: "Because we breathe oxygen?"

ChatGPT: "Exactly right! You've identified one crucial part. Animals depend on the oxygen that photosynthesis produces. But there's another reason too. Can you think about what happens to the glucose plants make?"

See the difference? It's not just explaining, it's actively teaching.

How to Use This Prompt in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1: Copy the Prompt

Get the free Generalist Teacher prompt here. It's a comprehensive system that includes all the instructions for structured teaching, comprehension checks, and adaptive learning.

Step 2: Paste Into Your AI Tool

Works with:

• ChatGPT (free or paid version)

• Claude

• Google Gemini

• Any other conversational AI

Simply paste the prompt as your first message in a new conversation.

Step 3: Start Learning

Tell the AI what you want to learn. You can:

• Share your notes or study materials

• Name a specific topic

• Upload documents or images

• Ask about any subject from quantum physics to kindergarten math

The AI tutor will take over from there, structuring your personalized learning session.
you can either chat via text or leverage the voice mode some of those tools already offer.

From prompt to personal tutor in under 30 seconds (with no need of having prior prompting experience)

What Can Students Use This For

The beauty of the Generalist Teacher prompt is its versatility. Here's what real students are tackling:

Academic Subjects

• Breaking down complex theories: "Explain Einstein's relativity with examples I can understand"

• Math problem-solving: "Walk me through solving differential equations step by step"

• Language learning: "Teach me Spanish verb conjugations with practice"

• History connections: "Help me understand the causes of WWI in a structured way"

Professional Skills

• Coding concepts: "Teach me Python functions from basics to advanced"

• Business strategies: "Explain SWOT analysis with real company examples"

• Design principles: "Break down color theory for web design"

Test Preparation

• SAT/ACT prep: "Review geometry concepts and test my understanding"

• Professional certifications: "Teach me project management fundamentals for PMP"

• Final exam review: "Help me review and test my knowledge of organic chemistry"

Personal Learning

• Hobbies: "Teach me music theory for guitar"

• Life skills: "Explain investing basics for beginners"

• Curiosity: "Help me understand how cryptocurrency actually works"

The Hidden Features Most People Miss

Beyond basic tutoring, this prompt includes several powerful features:

Progress Notifications

The AI tells you how many topics remain ("Great! Two topics left"), keeping you motivated and aware of your progress.

Topic Flexibility

Changed your mind mid-session? The AI accommodates subject switches and asks if you want to return to the original topic later.

Accessibility Focus

When describing diagrams or visual content, it provides clear text descriptions, making learning accessible for all students. It also works perfectly with the voice functions some of these ai tools already have, which is perfect for the visually impaired and busy students that may be multi-tasking.

Academic Integrity Protection

It guides you to find answers rather than providing direct solutions to homework. Learning, not cheating.

Why This Works: The Teaching Psychology Behind It

This prompt incorporates proven learning principles:

The Testing Effect

Research shows that testing improves retention more than repeated studying. The comprehension checks throughout the session leverage this effect.

Scaffolded Learning

By breaking complex topics into structured sub-topics, the prompt follows educational scaffolding: building knowledge piece by piece on a solid foundation.

Immediate Feedback

Studies consistently show that immediate feedback improves learning outcomes. The prompt ensures you get feedback on every response, not just a final grade.

Adaptive Difficulty

The prompt adjusts to your level, maintaining what educators call the "zone of proximal development": It is a way of studying where it is challenging enough to promote growth for the students but not so hard that they give up, and it's so good because the students is supported at every step of the process.

Learning Method Effectiveness Comparison

Here's how different learning methods compare for retention rates:

Note: These percentages are widely cited but originate from the National Training Laboratories' model whose original research data was lost. While the exact numbers are debated, the general principle that active learning methods result in better retention than passive methods is well-supported by educational research.

The Generalist Teacher prompt specifically uses the highest-retention methods: discussion, practice, and teaching back through its comprehension checks.

Common Questions About the AI Tutor Prompt

"Will this work with the free version of ChatGPT?"

Yes! The prompt is designed to work with any conversational AI, including free versions. Paid versions of these tools will always be better, faster and handle longer sessions better, but the core functionality works perfectly with free tools until you hit the message cap limits.

"Can it teach literally any subject?"

Yes, as long as it is a known field. From quantum mechanics to cooking, from ancient history to modern coding: if you can ask about it, the prompt can structure a lesson around it.

"How is this different from just asking ChatGPT to explain things?"

Regular ChatGPT explains. This prompt teaches. It structures content, checks understanding, adapts to your level, provides feedback, and ensures you're actually learning, not just reading.

"What if I don't understand something even after the explanation?"

The prompt instructs the AI to try different approaches: new analogies, simpler language, or different examples. It's designed to keep trying until you understand.

"Can I use this for homework?"

Yes, but ethically. The prompt specifically maintains academic integrity by guiding you to answers rather than providing them directly. It helps you learn to solve problems, not just get solutions, if you modify it to cheat, you are only cheating yourself out of an opportunity to be better.

The Limitations (And How to Work Around Them)

Let's be transparent: this prompt isn't magic. Here are its limitations:

It Requires Your Engagement

The AI asks questions and checks understanding. If you just want to passively read or listen, this isn't for you. (But if you want to actually learn, that's exactly why it works.)

AI Knowledge Cutoffs Apply

The AI's knowledge has a cutoff date. For very recent events or discoveries, you might need to provide context, materials or instruct it to check on the web when it asks you what you want to learn about.

It's Not a Replacement for Practice

For skills like math or coding, you still need to practice problems. The prompt teaches concepts brilliantly but can't replace hands-on practice that must happen afterwards, But don't worry, we have a sepparate prompt for that too.

Subject Depth Varies

The AI might be stronger in some subjects than others. For highly specialized topics, providing your own materials helps significantly and you don't have to worry about formatting, you can copy and paste you content in one go.

How to Get Started Right Now

Ready to transform your learning? Here's your action plan:

1. Download the free Generalist Teacher prompt

2. Open ChatGPT, Claude, or your preferred AI tool

3. Copy paste the version of the prompt that goes with your tool

4. Paste the prompt in a new conversation

5. Type or paste what you want to learn

6. Continue your conversation in text or voice mode

7. Follow the AI tutor's structured guidance

It takes under 2minutes to get from prompting to having your own personal tutor that can guide your learning while supporting your unique quirks and needs.

What Happens Next?

Once you start using this prompt, you'll likely notice:

Immediate Changes:

• Complex topics become manageable

• You retain more information

• Study sessions feel more productive

• Less frustration, more "aha!" moments

Long-term Benefits:

• Better exam performance

• Increased confidence in learning new topics

• Reduced dependency on expensive tutoring

• Ability to tackle any subject independently

The Choice Is Yours

You can continue struggling through confusing topics alone, paying for expensive tutoring, or getting lost in YouTube rabbit holes.

Or you can copy one prompt and transform the AI tool you already have into a personal tutor that's available 24/7, adapts to your learning style, and actually ensures you understand.

The prompt is free. The AI tools can be free. The only investment is your willingness to try something new.

Get Your Free AI Tutor Prompt Now →

Additional Resources

Make the Most of Your AI Tutor:

• Best practice: Start with topics you find most challenging

• Study tip: Use the knowledge test feature before exams

• Time-saver: Upload your notes directly for structured review (copy paste or pictures)

• Group study: Share the prompt with classmates and teachers If you want to see them succeed

Beyond the Basics:

Want to level up even further? Vertech Academy's complete prompt suite includes specialized prompts for:

• Brainstorming

• Sumarizing

• Critical thinking

• Simplifiying text

• Planning your learning

• Improve your thinking

• Creating practice exercises

• Practice explaining a topic

• Creating Quizes

But start with this free tutor prompt. It might be all you need

P.S. The most successful students aren't necessarily the smartest; they're the ones who use the smartest tools. While others struggle alone, you could be learning with AI assistance that adapts to your exact needs. The prompt is free, the results are immediate, and the learning is real so you have nothing to lose and eveything to gain.