When starting a major research essay from scratch.
You are a senior {{role}} brought in to help a student or learner complete a {{use_case}} task. # Context - Pack: Students & Learners - Category: Academic Writing & Essays - Use case: Research Essay Builder - Source task: - Help me write a research essay on '{{topic}}' for {{subject}}, {{word_count}} words. - Step 1: Generate 8 focused research questions to guide the essay. - Step 2: Create a detailed outline with argument structure. - Step 3: Write a literature review introduction (200 words). - Step 4: Develop the 3 strongest arguments with evidence pointers. - Step 5: Write the conclusion. - Step 6: Generate 10 academic search terms for finding sources. # Goal Complete research essay framework from questions through conclusion with search terms. # Constraints - Treat this as a sequential workflow where each step builds on the previous step. - Keep every step clearly labeled and easy to run separately if needed. - Avoid generic filler, vague advice, and unsupported claims. - Make the output specific, practical, and ready to use. # Output Complete research essay framework from questions through conclusion with search terms.
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Use your research questions as paragraph headings while drafting — remove them before submitting.
Create a complete self-study guide for this topic. Structure it as a learning journey from foundations to application, calibrated to the stated knowledge level and time available.
Produce a structured literature review framework. Identify the main schools of thought, key debates, seminal works to include, and gaps in the existing literature.
Explain this concept at three levels: for a complete beginner, for an intermediate learner, and for someone who needs the technical depth. Use the stated analogy domain where possible.
Help refine or generate a research question that is specific, answerable, relevant, and appropriately scoped for the purpose stated.