lecture-designer

Convert textbook chapters into 75-minute lesson plans with slides and instructor guides.

Updated Mar 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cgm-free/ai-education-platform --skill lecture-designer-cgm-free
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Skill: lecture-designer
Source: https://github.com/cgm-free/ai-education-platform/tree/main/.agents/skills/lecture-designer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cgm-free/ai-education-platform --skill lecture-designer-cgm-free

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Transform textbook chapters into engaging, evidence-based lectures with Google Slides. This guide helps instructors turn dense material into clear, outcomes-focused sessions that integrate narrative design, active learning, and scalable slide production via the Google Docs MCP.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Convert textbook content into a 75-minute lecture structure with phase-driven outputs.
  • Design ABT narrative arcs, active-learning activities, and slide decks that align with learning outcomes.
  • Generate instructor guides, chunk maps, and post-class materials to support delivery and assessment.

Quick Start

Ingest the textbook chapter and generate a complete, ready-to-deliver lecture package including slides, activities, and an instructor guide.

Frequently Asked Questions about lecture-designer

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert a textbook chapter into a structured university lecture plan?

To convert a textbook chapter into a university lecture plan, ingest the text to generate a 75-minute structured lesson plan. This process applies evidence-based pedagogy and cognitive-load principles to produce phase-driven outputs, active-learning activities, and aligned slides.

Can I generate Google Slides directly from textbook content using MCP?

Yes, you can generate Google Slides directly from textbook content using the Google Docs MCP. The workflow automates slide production by translating ingested textbook chapters into structured slide decks that align with audience learning outcomes and ABT narrative design.

What is ABT narrative design and how does it apply to instructional design?

ABT narrative design in instructional design structures lectures using an And-But-Therefore arc to create engaging, evidence-based sessions. It transforms dense textbook material into clear, outcomes-focused narratives that drive phase-driven outputs and active-learning activities.

Does this lecture design approach support large classes with multiple instructors?

Yes, this lecture design approach supports large classes and multiple instructors by providing scalable, collaborative design workflows. It generates standardized instructor guides, chunk maps, and post-class materials to ensure consistent delivery and assessment across different sections.

How do I design a 75-minute lecture that incorporates active learning and cognitive-load principles?

Design a 75-minute lecture with active learning by applying cognitive-load principles to chunk textbook content into structured phases. This generates a ready-to-deliver package containing aligned slides, active-learning activities, and an instructor guide to manage audience mental effort.

What is the best way to scale instructional design for higher-education courses?

The best way to scale instructional design for higher-education courses is automating end-to-end lecture generation from textbook chapters. This creates standardized 75-minute lesson plans with slides, activities, and instructor guides, satisfying collaborative design workflows for large classes.