The PE Geek Podcast
How Building Portable "Skill Files" Unlocks AI Fluency for PE Teachers
In this episode, learn why mastering prompts and creating reusable skill files in markdown is the key to becoming AI toolproof—adapting seamlessly to any platform or software change. Perfect for educators and teachers looking to future-proof their AI fluency! Main Topics: The importance of core AI competencies beyond platform subscription How prompts live independently of tools and are portable Building and using skill files in markdown (.md) for repeatable workflows The pitfalls of tying skills to specific AI platforms or subscriptions Practical steps: creating your own skill files for lesson planning, assessment, and admin tasks Overview of the Connected PE workshops for hands-on skill file creation Why foundational AI fluency makes teachers adaptable to fast-changing AI tools The value of asynchronous, self-paced courses for long-term AI competence Timestamps: 00:30 - Why your AI skill isn't about a platform, but core competencies 01:18 - The difference between tool use and prompt mastery 02:18 - Avoiding platform lock-in with plain markdown skill files 03:21 - How to keep prompts portable across AI tool changes 04:50 - Anatomy of a skill file: Title, trigger, prompt, output, variations 05:44 - Using skill files for consistent workflows in education 06:50 - Introducing the four-week Connected PE AI fluency workshop 07:50 - Building and customizing your own skill files for different use cases 08:50 - The importance of foundational skills over specific tools 10:17 - Join the upcoming workshops or contact for more info Resources & Links: https://thepegeek.com/workshops/ https://connectedpe.com/skills
