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Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes. — Wednesday, June18th, 2025.

Hello again, Morphoicers!

Launching your course? Huge win.

But if you really want learners to stick, share, and transform—you’ll need more than great content.

You’ll need a community.

In this week’s Tools of the Trade, we’ll help you go from zero to thriving course hub with the right platform, the right structure, and just the right nudge. These prompts will guide your setup—whether you're team Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups.

Let’s build something they’ll want to come back to.

Today’s Tool: Community Setup Prompts for Course Creators

Tool Type: Community Building.
Key Benefit: Creates a student-powered support space that boosts engagement, connection, and completion.

How It Works

A great community doesn’t just “happen”—it’s built. These AI-ready prompts help you choose your platform, organize your space, and set a tone that makes students feel seen and supported.

Prompt 1: Choose the Right Platform

Title:

"Platform Selection Framework for Hosting Online Course Communities".

Purpose:

The purpose of this prompt is to guide users in selecting the most suitable platform (Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups) for hosting a student community for an online course on a specified topic. It aims to deliver a structured, actionable comparison of platforms by analyzing their pros and cons based on the course topic, student habits, technical comfort, and content type. The prompt is designed to produce clear, tailored outputs that help course creators make informed decisions to enhance community engagement and learning outcomes.

Structured Prompt

Role and Context

Act as a digital learning strategist with expertise in online community management and instructional design. Your task is to assist course creators in choosing the optimal platform—Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups—for hosting a student community for a course on [topic]. Ensure the response is tailored to the course’s subject, student demographics, technical comfort levels, and content delivery needs.

Customization Options: Users can specify the course topic (e.g., “mindful productivity” or “email marketing”), target audience (e.g., professionals, beginners), and preferred community features (e.g., discussion forums, live events).

Constraint for Authenticity: Address challenges such as platform accessibility, user engagement, and moderation needs for the specified course topic.
Goal
Your task is to evaluate Circle, Discord, and Facebook Groups to recommend the best platform for hosting a student community. The output should be a comparative analysis in a structured report format, designed to achieve optimal student engagement and community management efficiency within 30 days of implementation.

SMART Goal Integration: Provide a specific recommendation with measurable benefits (e.g., 80% student participation rate), achievable within the user’s resources, relevant to the course topic, and time-bound.

Performance Target: Include at least three pros and three cons per platform, supported by examples relevant to the course topic.

Framework

Structure the response as follows:

Overview: Brief introduction to the importance of selecting the right community platform for [topic].

Section 1: Circle – Features, pros, cons, and suitability for [topic].

Section 2: Discord – Features, pros, cons, and suitability for [topic].

Section 3: Facebook Groups – Features, pros, cons, and suitability for [topic].

Section 4: Recommendation – Best platform with justification based on student needs and course goals.

Comparison Table: Summarize key features, pros, and cons across platforms.

Visual Aids Suggestion: Include a comparison table or decision matrix to visualize platform strengths and weaknesses.

Tone and Audience
Write in a professional yet accessible tone suited for course creators and educators with moderate technical expertise. Use industry-specific phrasing related to online learning and community management where necessary.

Tone Variations: Maintain a consultative style that builds trust and clarity.

Industry Adaptation: Align with expectations of online education, emphasizing student engagement and platform usability.

Constraints and Guidelines

Ensure the response includes platform-specific features (e.g., Circle’s course integration, Discord’s voice channels, Facebook’s accessibility), avoids generic advice, and remains within a 600-word limit (150 words per section). Optimize for readability with sentences under 20 words. Avoid technical jargon unless essential for precision.

Refinement Directive: Focus on practical insights tailored to the course topic and student needs.

Examples
Example for [topic: email marketing]:
Circle Pros: Integrated course hosting, branded community, analytics for engagement.

Circle Cons: Higher cost, less familiar to non-tech users.
Recommendation: “Circle suits email marketing courses due to its seamless integration with course content and professional interface.”

Custom Length Variations:

Short Version (100 words): Summarize pros, cons, and recommendation.
Detailed Version (600 words): Provide in-depth analysis with examples.

Review
Before finalizing, review for:
Actionability: Are pros, cons, and recommendations practical and specific?

Relevance: Does the response align with the course topic and student needs?

Clarity: Is the language concise and free of unnecessary jargon?
Self-Assessment Checklist:
Does the response meet the goal of selecting the best platform?
Is the comparison table clear and engaging?

Are all sections tailored to the course topic?
Scenario-Based Variations
Marketing: “Act as a community strategist selecting a platform for a social media marketing course community.”

Education: “Act as an instructional designer choosing a platform for a professional development course.”

Technical Courses: “Act as a tech consultant evaluating platforms for a coding bootcamp community.”

AI Optimization Techniques
Chaining Prompts: First, list platform features; then, analyze pros and cons; finally, recommend based on course needs.

Iterative Feedback Loops: Allow users to refine the recommendation by specifying additional criteria (e.g., budget, scalability).

Embedded Worksheets and Tools

Include a downloadable decision matrix template for users to input course-specific criteria (e.g., cost, features, engagement tools).
Provide an AI Output Tracker to compare responses for different course topics or audience segments.

Additional Premium Enhancements

Customization Options: Allow users to specify budget constraints, community size, or integration needs (e.g., with LMS platforms).
Advanced Variations: Adapt the prompt for alternative platforms (e.g., Slack, Mighty Networks) or hybrid community models.
Visual Guides: Suggest a flowchart mapping student journey (e.g., onboarding, engagement, retention) to platform features.

Placeholders:
[topic]: Course subject (e.g., “mindful productivity,” “email marketing”).

[audience]: Target student demographics (e.g., “professionals,” “beginners”).

[features]: Desired community features (e.g., “discussion forums,” “live events”).

Placeholders & Their Use

1. [topic]

Definition: The main subject or theme of the course.
Purpose: Aligns the platform recommendation with the course content and engagement style.
Examples: "email marketing", "mindful productivity", "UX design".

2. [audience]

Definition: The target demographic or type of students.
Purpose: Ensures the chosen platform suits the students' preferences, skill levels, and technical comfort.
Examples: "beginners", "corporate professionals", "freelancers".

3. [features]

Definition: Specific community capabilities or tools desired.
Purpose: Helps tailor the comparison to include platforms that offer needed functionalities.
Examples: "live events", "private messaging", "content libraries".

What can optionally be changed to improve the result:

1. Add budget or time constraints
   Example: "Community must be set up with a free or low-cost tool" or "Engagement should peak within 14 days."

2. Modify or expand platform list
   You can include or substitute other platforms like Slack, Mighty Networks, or Kajabi, depending on your needs or existing toolset.

3. Adjust tone or format
   If you need a fast answer, request the short version (100 words). For planning or internal use, ask for the detailed version (600 words).

4. Include scaling or integration needs
   Example: "Must integrate with Kajabi" or "Should support up to 500 members."

Example Output:

Prompt 2: Outline a Basic Community Structure

Title:

"Community Structure Design for Online Course Engagement".

Purpose:

The purpose of this prompt is to guide users in designing a structured framework for a student community on a chosen platform (Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups) to support an online course on a specified topic. It aims to deliver a clear, actionable outline of 4–6 core channels or discussion categories tailored to the course’s focus, enhancing student engagement, collaboration, and learning outcomes. The prompt ensures the community structure aligns with the course’s content and audience needs, providing a practical setup for effective community management.

Structured Prompt

Role and Context

Act as an instructional designer and community management expert with expertise in building engaging online learning communities. Your task is to assist course creators in designing a structured community framework for a [platform: Circle/Discord/Facebook Groups] to support a course on [topic]. Ensure the response is tailored to the course’s subject, target audience, and learning objectives.

Customization Options: Users can specify the platform (e.g., Circle), course topic (e.g., “mindful productivity,” “email marketing”), audience demographics (e.g., beginners, professionals), and community goals (e.g., collaboration, Q&A).

Constraint for Authenticity: Address challenges such as fostering engagement, managing discussions, and ensuring accessibility for the target audience.

Goal
Your task is to outline a community structure with 4–6 core channels or discussion categories for a [platform] group supporting a course on [topic]. The output should be a detailed framework in a structured report format, designed to achieve high student engagement and satisfaction within 30 days of community launch.

SMART Goal Integration: Provide a specific structure with measurable outcomes (e.g., 75% student participation in key channels), achievable within the platform’s features, relevant to the course topic, and time-bound.

Performance Target: Include 4–6 channels/categories with clear purposes and at least one example per channel.

Framework

Structure the response as follows:

Overview: Introduction to the importance of a well-structured community for [topic].

Section 1: Channel 1 – Name, purpose, and example content.
Section 2: Channel 2 – Name, purpose, and example content.
Section 3: Channel 3 – Name, purpose, and example content.
Section 4: Channel 4 – Name, purpose, and example content.
[Optional: Section 5 and 6 for additional channels]

Section 5: Implementation Tips – Strategies for moderating and engaging the community.

Visual Aid: Include a table summarizing channel names, purposes, and sample posts.

Visual Aids Suggestion: Provide a community flowchart or table to visualize channel purposes and user interactions.

Tone and Audience

Write in a professional yet approachable tone suited for course creators and educators with moderate community management experience. Use language that aligns with online learning and platform-specific terminology.

Tone Variations: Maintain a consultative style that is clear and actionable.

Industry Adaptation: Emphasize community-building strategies relevant to online education and student engagement.

Constraints and Guidelines

Ensure the response includes 4–6 channels with specific purposes, avoids generic suggestions, and remains within a 500-word limit (100 words per section). Optimize for readability with sentences under 20 words. Avoid technical jargon unless necessary for platform-specific features.

Refinement Directive: Focus on practical, topic-specific channel purposes that drive engagement.

Examples
Example for [topic: email marketing, platform: Discord]:
Channel 1: #Introductions – Purpose: Build rapport; Example: “Share your name and email marketing goals!”

Channel 2: #Campaign-Questions – Purpose: Address lesson queries; Example: “How do I optimize subject lines for open rates?”
Channel 3: #Weekly-Wins – Purpose: Celebrate successes; Example: “Increased my open rate by 10% this week!”

Channel 4: #Resources – Purpose: Share tools and guides; Example: “Here’s a free A/B testing tool.”

Custom Length Variations:

Short Version (100 words): Summarize channels and purposes.
Detailed Version (500 words): Include detailed descriptions and examples.

Review
Before finalizing, review for:
Actionability: Are channel purposes clear and practical?
Relevance: Does the structure align with the course topic and platform?

Clarity: Is the language concise and free of unnecessary complexity?
Self-Assessment Checklist:
Does the response meet the goal of creating an engaging community structure?

Is the table clear and visually organized?
Are all channels relevant to the course topic?

Scenario-Based Variations

Marketing: “Act as a community strategist designing a Discord structure for a social media marketing course.”

Education: “Act as an instructional designer outlining a Circle community for a leadership training course.”

Technical Courses: “Act as a tech educator structuring a Facebook Group for a data science bootcamp.”

AI Optimization Techniques

Chaining Prompts: First, identify audience needs; then, define channel purposes; finally, provide moderation tips.
Iterative Feedback Loops: Allow users to refine the structure by adding specific engagement goals (e.g., weekly live sessions).

Embedded Worksheets and Tools

Include a downloadable template for mapping channel purposes and sample posts.
Provide an AI Output Tracker to compare community structures across platforms or topics.

Additional Premium Enhancements

Customization Options: Allow users to specify audience size, engagement frequency, or platform-specific features (e.g., Circle’s course integration).

Advanced Variations: Adapt the prompt for hybrid communities (e.g., combining Discord and Circle) or niche topics.


Visual Guides: Suggest a flowchart showing user interaction flow across channels or a weekly moderation schedule.

Placeholders:

[platform]: Community platform (e.g., Circle, Discord, Facebook Groups).

[topic]: Course subject (e.g., “mindful productivity,” “email marketing”).

[audience]: Target student demographics (e.g., “beginners,” “professionals”).

Placeholders & Their Use

1. [platform]

Definition: The platform where the student community will be hosted.
Purpose: Determines the technical features, layout options, and interaction patterns available.
Examples: Circle, Discord, Facebook Groups.

2. [topic]

Definition: The subject or theme of the course.
Purpose: Informs the tone, structure, and types of discussions students will engage in.
Examples: “email marketing,” “mindful productivity,” “leadership training.”

3. [audience]

Definition: The type of learners enrolled in the course.
Purpose: Aligns the community structure with user behavior, communication preferences, and content needs.
Examples: “professionals,” “students,” “freelancers,” “complete beginners.”

What can optionally be changed to improve the result:

1. Add community goals or engagement frequency
   Example: “Weekly accountability check-ins” or “Real-time Q&A twice a month.”

2. Include platform-specific limitations or strengths
   Example: “Circle lacks real-time chat, so async discussions preferred.”

3. Specify tone or moderation style
   Example: “Encourage peer-to-peer support” or “Use instructor-led threads weekly.”

4. Mention group size or admin capacity
   Example: “Designed for small groups under 100” or “One moderator only.”

5. Adjust format output length
   Choose between a short version (100 words) for rapid planning or a detailed version (500 words) for implementation.

Example Output:

Prompt 3: Set Clear Rules and Expectations

Title:

"Community Guideline Message for Course Engagement and Moderation".

Purpose:

The purpose of this prompt is to guide users in crafting a clear, friendly, and effective community guideline message for a course group hosted on a specified platform (Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups). The guideline message sets expectations for behavior, permissible content, and strategies to maximize engagement, fostering a positive and productive learning environment. It is designed to be directly usable as a welcome post or pinned message, tailored to the course’s topic and audience needs, ensuring clarity and alignment with community goals.

Structured Prompt

Role and Context

Act as a community management expert and instructional designer with expertise in creating engaging online learning environments. Your task is to assist course creators in drafting a community guideline message for a [platform: Circle/Discord/Facebook Groups] group supporting a course on [topic]. Ensure the response is tailored to the course’s subject, target audience, and platform-specific features.

Customization Options: Users can specify the platform (e.g., Discord), course topic (e.g., “mindful productivity,” “email marketing”), audience demographics (e.g., beginners, professionals), and community objectives (e.g., collaboration, support).

Constraint for Authenticity: Address challenges such as maintaining respectful interactions, managing off-topic content, and encouraging active participation.

Goal

Your task is to write a friendly yet clear community guideline message for a [platform] group supporting a course on [topic]. The output should be a concise, actionable message in a welcome post format, designed to achieve a respectful and engaged community within 14 days of posting.

SMART Goal Integration: Provide a specific message with measurable outcomes (e.g., 90% adherence to guidelines), achievable within the platform’s moderation tools, relevant to the course topic, and time-bound.

Performance Target: Include guidelines for behavior, content, and engagement tips, with at least three specific rules and one engagement strategy.

Framework

Structure the response as follows:
Overview: Brief introduction to the community’s purpose and importance for [topic].

Section 1: Expected Behavior – Rules for respectful and productive interactions.

Section 2: Allowed Content – Guidelines for permissible posts and topics.

Section 3: Maximizing Engagement – Tips for getting the most out of the community.

Section 4: Enforcement and Support – Consequences for violations and how to seek help.

Bulleted List: Summarize 3–5 key rules for quick reference.
Visual Aids Suggestion: Include a bulleted list or table of rules for clarity and ease of reference.

Tone and Audience

Write in a friendly, professional tone suited for course participants with varying levels of platform familiarity. Use accessible language with platform-specific and course-related terminology where necessary.

Tone Variations: Balance warmth to welcome members with firmness to enforce rules.

Industry Adaptation: Align with online learning expectations, emphasizing collaboration and respect.

Constraints and Guidelines

Ensure the response includes at least three behavior rules, two content guidelines, and one engagement tip, avoids vague language, and remains within a 300-word limit for the entire message. Optimize for readability with sentences under 20 words. Avoid overly formal or technical terms unless essential for clarity.

Refinement Directive: Focus on concise, actionable guidelines that align with the course topic and platform features.

Examples

Example for [topic: email marketing, platform: Circle]:
Overview: “Welcome to our email marketing course community! This space is for learning, sharing, and growing together.”
Behavior: “Treat everyone with respect; no spamming or self-promotion.”

Content: “Post questions, campaign tips, or relevant resources; avoid off-topic discussions.”

Engagement: “Introduce yourself and share one goal to connect with others!”

Bulleted Rules:
Respect all members.

Stay on-topic with email marketing.

Report issues to moderators.
Custom Length Variations:
Short Version (100 words): Summarize key rules and engagement tip.
Detailed Version (300 words): Include full message with examples.

Review

Before finalizing, review for:
Actionability: Are rules and tips clear and enforceable?
Relevance: Does the message align with the course topic and platform?
Clarity: Is the language welcoming and concise?
Self-Assessment Checklist:
Does the response meet the goal of fostering a respectful community?
Is the tone friendly yet authoritative?
Are all required elements included?
Scenario-Based Variations
Marketing: “Act as a community manager drafting guidelines for a social media marketing course on Discord.”

Education: “Act as an instructional designer creating a welcome message for a leadership course on Circle.”

Technical Courses: “Act as a tech educator writing guidelines for a coding bootcamp on Facebook Groups.”

AI Optimization Techniques

Chaining Prompts: First, define community goals; then, outline rules; finally, craft an engagement tip.

Iterative Feedback Loops: Allow users to refine the message for specific audience needs (e.g., stricter moderation for larger groups).

Embedded Worksheets and Tools

Include a downloadable template for guideline messages with placeholders for rules and tips.

Provide an AI Output Tracker to compare guideline messages across platforms or topics.

Additional Premium Enhancements

Customization Options: Allow users to specify group size, moderation style, or specific course challenges (e.g., managing technical questions).

Advanced Variations: Adapt the prompt for niche communities (e.g., private coaching groups) or multi-platform use.
Visual Guides: Suggest a table summarizing rules or a flowchart for handling violations.

Placeholders:

[platform]: Community platform (e.g., Circle, Discord, Facebook Groups).

[topic]: Course subject (e.g., “mindful productivity,” “email marketing”).

[audience]: Target student demographics (e.g., “beginners,” “professionals”).

Placeholders & Their Use

1. [platform]

Definition: The tool or space where your community exists.
Purpose: Dictates available features (e.g., real-time chat on Discord vs. post threads in Facebook Groups).
Examples: Circle, Discord, Facebook Groups.

2. [topic]

Definition: The subject of your course.
Purpose: Frames what the community should focus on and discuss.
Examples: “email marketing,” “mindful productivity,” “course design.”

3. [audience]

Definition: The people enrolled in your course.
Purpose: Helps tailor tone and rules based on experience, communication style, and platform comfort.
Examples: “beginners,” “small business owners,” “freelance designers.

What can optionally be changed to improve the result:

1. Specify group size or moderation limits
   Example: “Solo-moderated group with under 100 members.”

2. Adjust tone
   Request a more casual, strict, or humorous tone depending on your course style.

3. Mention platform-specific constraints
   Example: “No anonymous profiles on Facebook—use real names” or “Use threads on Discord to stay organized.”

4. Include course-specific engagement ideas
   Example: “Weekly live Q&A sessions” or “Post your progress every Friday.”

5. Set time or behavior goals
   Example: “Aim for 75% of members to introduce themselves in the first week.”

Example Output:

Prompt 4: Welcome New Members

Title:

"Welcome Message Framework for Course Community Onboarding".

Purpose:

The purpose of this prompt is to guide users in crafting a warm, engaging welcome message for new members joining a course community on a specified platform (Circle, Discord, or Facebook Groups). The message introduces the community, provides clear instructions for self-introductions, highlights initial exploration steps, and explains how to seek help, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging active participation. It is designed to be directly usable as a pinned post or automated direct message, tailored to the course topic and audience.

Structured Prompt

Role and Context

Act as a community engagement specialist and instructional designer with expertise in creating inclusive online learning environments. Your task is to assist course creators in drafting a welcome message for new members joining a [platform: Circle/Discord/Facebook Groups] community for a course on [topic]. Ensure the response is tailored to the course’s subject, target audience, and platform-specific features.

Customization Options: Users can specify the platform (e.g., Discord), course topic (e.g., “mindful productivity,” “email marketing”), audience demographics (e.g., beginners, professionals), and tone (e.g., casual, motivational).

Constraint for Authenticity: Address challenges such as overcoming new member hesitation, navigating the platform, and encouraging early engagement.

Goal

Your task is to write a warm welcome message for new members of a [platform] course community on [topic]. The output should be a concise, actionable message in a pinned post or direct message format, designed to achieve high initial engagement (e.g., 80% of new members posting introductions) within 7 days of joining.

SMART Goal Integration: Provide a specific message with measurable outcomes (e.g., member introductions), achievable within platform tools, relevant to the course topic, and time-bound.

Performance Target: Include instructions for self-introductions, exploration steps, and help-seeking, with at least one specific example per section.

Framework

Structure the response as follows:

Overview: Brief introduction to the community’s purpose and excitement for [topic].

Section 1: Introduce Yourself – Instructions for posting an introduction.

Section 2: Explore First – Key areas or features to check out initially.

Section 3: Get Help – How to ask questions or contact moderators.
Bulleted List: Summarize 3 key actions for new members.

Visual Aids Suggestion: Include a bulleted list or table summarizing action steps for clarity.

Tone and Audience

Write in a warm, motivational tone suited for course participants with varying platform familiarity. Use accessible language with course-specific and platform-relevant terminology where necessary.

Tone Variations: Offer casual for community warmth or structured for clarity, based on user preference.

Industry Adaptation: Align with online learning expectations, emphasizing inclusion and engagement.

Constraints and Guidelines

Ensure the response includes one introduction prompt, two exploration steps, and one help-seeking method, avoids generic greetings, and remains within a 250-word limit. Optimize for readability with sentences under 20 words. Avoid technical jargon unless essential for platform features.

Refinement Directive: Focus on actionable, topic-specific instructions that encourage immediate participation.

Examples

Example for [topic: email marketing, platform: Discord]:
Overview: “Welcome to our email marketing community! We’re thrilled to grow your skills together.”

Introduce Yourself: “Post in #introductions: Share your name and one email marketing goal!”

Explore First: “Check #resources for tools and #weekly-wins for inspiration.”

Get Help: “DM moderators or post in #help for quick answers.”

Bulleted Actions:
Post your introduction in #introductions.

Browse #resources for tools.

Ask questions in #help.
Custom Length Variations:
Short Version (100 words): Summarize welcome and actions.
Detailed Version (250 words): Include detailed instructions and examples.

Review
Before finalizing, review for:
Actionability: Are instructions clear and encouraging?
Relevance: Does the message align with the course topic and platform?
Clarity: Is the tone warm and the language concise?
Self-Assessment Checklist:
Does the response meet the goal of engaging new members?
Is the tone welcoming and motivational?
Are all required actions included?
Scenario-Based Variations
Marketing: “Act as a community manager drafting a welcome message for a social media marketing course on Circle.”

Education: “Act as an instructional designer creating a welcome post for a leadership course on Facebook Groups.”

Technical Courses: “Act as a tech educator writing a welcome DM for a coding bootcamp on Discord.”

AI Optimization Techniques

Chaining Prompts: First, define community goals; then, craft introduction prompts; finally, outline exploration and help steps.

Iterative Feedback Loops: Allow users to refine the tone or add specific community features (e.g., live Q&A sessions).

Embedded Worksheets and Tools

Include a downloadable template for welcome messages with placeholders for actions and tone.

Provide an AI Output Tracker to compare welcome messages across platforms or topics.

Additional Premium Enhancements

Customization Options: Allow users to specify group size, tone intensity, or platform-specific features (e.g., Discord bots).

Advanced Variations: Adapt the prompt for private coaching groups or multi-platform communities.


Visual Guides: Suggest a table summarizing action steps or a flowchart for new member onboarding.

Placeholders:

[platform]: Community platform (e.g., Circle, Discord, Facebook Groups).

[topic]: Course subject (e.g., “mindful productivity,” “email marketing”).

[audience]: Target student demographics (e.g., “beginners,” “professionals”).

[tone]: Preferred tone (e.g., “casual,” “motivational”).

Placeholders — What They Mean

1. [platform]

Definition: The platform where your course community is hosted.
Why it matters: It determines how members interact, post, and explore features.
Examples: Circle (thread-based), Discord (chat-focused), Facebook Groups (social thread format).

2. [topic]

Definition: The core subject of your course.
Why it matters: It influences tone, examples, and content relevance.
Examples: "email marketing," "creative writing," "data science bootcamp."

3. [audience]

Definition: The primary learner group or demographic.
Why it matters: Shapes language, content complexity, and onboarding tone.
Examples: "solopreneurs," "junior developers," "coaching clients."

4. [tone]

Definition: The communication style of the message.
Why it matters: Affects how new members emotionally respond and engage.
Examples: "casual," "motivational," "professional but friendly."

Optional Enhancements

1. Define engagement goals

Example: “Target 80% of new members posting introductions in the first week.”

2. Reference course-specific areas

Example: “Visit the #study-group channel after Lesson 2.”

3. Platform-specific tips

Example: “Enable notifications in Discord to stay updated on announcements.”

4. Moderator response expectations

Example: “Expect a reply to help requests within 24 hours.”

5. Adjust tone based on teaching style

• If the course is peer-led: use relaxed, informal tone.

• If the course is outcome-driven: use confident and motivating language.

• If the course is coach-led: maintain a professional but welcoming tone.

What the Prompt Produces

Once the placeholders are filled in, the prompt delivers:

• A concise welcome message (under 250 words)

• Clear instructions for introductions

• Key areas to explore upon joining

• Where and how to get help

• A short action list for quick onboarding

It’s suitable for use as a pinned post, welcome DM, or onboarding message.

Example Output:

Mini Review: Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Sparks real engagement, not just logins.

• Encourages collaboration, not isolation.

• Adds value your students can feel.

Cons:

• Needs light moderation (but worth it).

• Platform mismatch can create drop-off (choose wisely).

Final Verdict:

A thriving community doesn’t need to be big. It just needs to be intentional. These prompts help you build from the ground up—with clarity, warmth, and real strategy.

Top 5 Industry News Bites

• Circle Launches Learning Paths: Cohorts and curriculum in one seamless flow.

• Discord Adds Forum Channels: Perfect for searchable, topic-based learning. threads

• Meta Adds “Learning Units” to Groups: Bringing structured modules to Facebook.

• Mighty Networks Raises $50M: Community-first course design is on the rise.

• Thinkific + Circle Integration: Learning + community just got simpler.

Your 3-Step Action Plan

1. Choose smart: Go where your audience already hangs out.
2. Structure it before they show up: Use your prompts to lay the foundation.
3. Automate onboarding: Let welcome messages and pinned posts do the heavy lifting.

Until next time, keep creating with connection.

 — Valentine.
 Morphoices: Where solopreneurs turn knowledge into thriving course communities.

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