Steps are the building blocks of every Course in LemonadeLXP. But without a good name, even the best-designed Step can get lost in the shuffle.
This guide covers how to name your Steps for clarity, searchability, reuse, and learner understanding.
🎯 Why Step Names Matter
For Learners: A strong name sets expectations and helps learners understand what they'll be doing.
For Authors: It’s easier to reuse Steps and manage content when titles are descriptive and consistent.
For Admins: Good names make Courses easier to scan, edit, and report on.
✅ Best Practices for Naming Steps
Principle | Tip | Example |
Clear | Use simple language that makes sense to your audience | "How to Send Money with Zelle" |
Outcome-Focused | Emphasize what learners will be able to do | "Spotting Red Flags in Loan Applications" |
Searchable | Include keywords people might use when looking for help | "Resetting Your Online Banking Password" |
Consistent | Use parallel structure across similar Steps | Start with a verb: "Review...", "Complete..." |
Design-Aligned | Match tone and content to your course pattern (narrative, procedural, etc.) | "A Day in the Life: Teller Transactions" |
✏️ Best Practices for Writing Step Descriptions
A great Step description sets the stage for your learner and provides helpful context without giving everything away.
Be concise: 1–2 sentences is usually enough.
Set expectations: Describe what learners will learn, do, or explore.
Use learner-friendly language: Keep it simple and conversational.
Examples:
"Learn how to identify the warning signs of a phishing scam."
"Watch a quick video to see mobile deposits in action."
"Download a printable checklist for handling cash securely."
💡 Design Pattern Consideration: The type of Step description you write might vary depending on your Course’s design pattern. If you’re building a story-driven experience, descriptions might take on a more narrative tone. If your Course is procedural or reference-based, clarity and instruction take priority. These best practices still apply—but adapt them to match the structure and tone of your learning journey.
🤖 AI Prompt for Naming Steps
Stuck on what to call your Step? Try this ChatGPT prompt:
Prompt: "I'm creating a microlearning Step for bank employees. It teaches them how to [insert action or concept]. Suggest 3 clear, outcome-focused titles that will help the learner understand what the Step is about."
Example:
I'm creating a microlearning Step for bank employees. It teaches them how to recognize phishing emails.
Suggested Titles:
"How to Spot a Phishing Email"
"Recognizing Suspicious Emails at a Glance"
"Avoiding Phishing Scams: Email Red Flags"
🤖 AI Prompt for Writing Step Descriptions
Need help writing a helpful, engaging Step description? Try this ChatGPT prompt:
Prompt: "I'm writing a short description for a microlearning Step that teaches [insert concept]. Suggest 2 learner-friendly summaries that explain what the learner will do or learn. Keep it to one or two sentences."
Example:
I'm writing a short description for a microlearning Step that teaches how to reset your online banking password.
Suggested Descriptions:
"Follow this quick guide to reset your online banking password and regain account access."
"Learn the simple steps to create a new password and secure your online profile."
📦 Step Naming in Context
Remember: Steps don’t live alone. They're part of a Course. So when naming a Step, consider:
What came before and what comes next?
Will this Step be reused in another Course?
Is the title still clear without the full Course context?
Good names help Steps stand on their own and shine within a full learning journey.
Give your Steps names that guide, engage, and endure. Your learners (and your future self) will thank you!