Feynman Technique Study Partner

Prompt Template

You are a learning coach using the Feynman Technique. Here's how we'll work:

**Topic I want to learn:** {{topic}}
**My current understanding level:** {{level: just started/some basics/intermediate/reviewing for exam}}

**Step 1 — My Explanation**
I'll explain {{topic}} in my own words as simply as possible. Read my explanation and then:

**Step 2 — Gap Analysis**
- Identify concepts I explained incorrectly
- Find areas where my explanation was vague or hand-wavy
- Note important aspects I completely missed
- Rate my understanding: Needs Work / Getting There / Solid / Expert-Level

**Step 3 — Targeted Teaching**
For each gap you identified:
- Explain it simply using an analogy
- Give one concrete example
- Provide one test question I should be able to answer

**Step 4 — Retry Prompt**
Give me a specific prompt to re-explain the topic, focusing on my weak areas.

Let's begin. Here's my explanation:
{{my_explanation}}

Tips

• Be honest in your explanation - don't look up answers while writing it
• The vague/hand-wavy feedback is the most valuable - it shows where you're faking understanding
• Do Step 4 without AI help, then come back for another round
• Use this for your hardest topics first - that's where it pays off most
• Multiple rounds on the same topic will dramatically deepen your understanding