Stack

Microlearning Module Stack

Microlearning lesson pages with CreativeWork + HowTo, FAQs, and breadcrumb navigation.

Open generator Validate in Rich Results Test

When to use this stack

Short lesson pages with step-by-step instructions
Microlearning modules for onboarding or training
Pages where FAQs clarify prerequisites and completion

What's included

Creative Work
Open generator
Defines the lesson/module content and summary.
How To
Open generator
Captures the step-by-step learning flow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Open generator
Answers questions about prerequisites and outcomes.
Breadcrumb
Open generator
Provides navigation context for the lesson.

Required properties (stack union)

Ensure every applicable required property is present in your implementation. Nested props reference their parent objects (for example, `offers.priceCurrency`).

description

itemListElement[].name

mainEntity[].@type=Question

mainEntity[].acceptedAnswer.text

name

step[].text

url

Recommended properties (stack union)

author.name

datePublished

itemListElement[].item

mainEntity[].acceptedAnswer.text

mainEntity[].author.name

mainEntity[].name

supply[].name

timeRequired

tool[].name

totalTime

Combined JSON-LD

Paste as a single script tag. Keep product details, offer data, shipping/returns, and FAQ answers in sync with the page.

Validate

[
  {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "CreativeWork",
    "@id": "https://www.example.com/academy/excel-basics#lesson",
    "name": "Excel Basics: Sorting and Filtering",
    "description": "A 10-minute micro-lesson on sorting and filtering data in Excel.",
    "url": "https://www.example.com/academy/excel-basics",
    "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Jamie Lee" },
    "datePublished": "2026-04-01",
    "timeRequired": "PT10M"
  },
  {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "HowTo",
    "@id": "https://www.example.com/academy/excel-basics#howto",
    "name": "How to sort and filter a spreadsheet",
    "totalTime": "PT10M",
    "step": [
      { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Select the data range you want to sort or filter." },
      { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Open the Data tab and choose Sort or Filter." },
      { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Apply the criteria and review the updated table." }
    ],
    "tool": [{ "@type": "HowToTool", "name": "Excel" }]
  },
  {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "FAQPage",
    "mainEntity": [
      {
        "@type": "Question",
        "name": "Do I need prior Excel experience?",
        "acceptedAnswer": {
          "@type": "Answer",
          "text": "No. This lesson is beginner-friendly and includes a sample worksheet."
        }
      },
      {
        "@type": "Question",
        "name": "Is there a practice file?",
        "acceptedAnswer": {
          "@type": "Answer",
          "text": "Yes. Download the spreadsheet from the lesson resources section."
        }
      },
      {
        "@type": "Question",
        "name": "How long does it take to complete?",
        "acceptedAnswer": {
          "@type": "Answer",
          "text": "Most learners finish in about 10 minutes."
        }
      }
    ]
  },
  {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "BreadcrumbList",
    "itemListElement": [
      { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.example.com" },
      { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Academy", "item": "https://www.example.com/academy" },
      { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Excel Basics", "item": "https://www.example.com/academy/excel-basics" }
    ]
  }
]

Implementation steps

Start from your live product detail page content; ensure titles, prices, and availability match the page.
Embed one JSON-LD script in the head or just before the closing body tag using the combined example as a template.
Fill shipping details for each region you serve and keep them aligned with on-page shipping tables.
Attach your canonical MerchantReturnPolicy URL and keep the policy text in sync with Merchant Center.
Add 3–6 FAQs that address purchase blockers (shipping, returns, compatibility) and keep answers consistent with visible content.
Validate in the Rich Results Test and revalidate after price/availability/policy changes.

Common errors and fixes

Missing currency or availability: ensure `offers.priceCurrency` and `offers.availability` use ISO currency codes and schema URLs.
ShippingDetails missing destination or transit time: include `shippingDestination.addressCountry` and `deliveryTime.transitTime` with units.
MerchantReturnPolicy not linked: reference it from the Offer via `hasMerchantReturnPolicy` and provide a stable policy URL.
FAQ answers don't match the page: keep FAQ content identical to visible answers to avoid review or manual actions.

FAQs

Should I include both CreativeWork and HowTo?

Yes. CreativeWork summarizes the lesson, and HowTo captures the step-by-step instructions.

How do I handle multiple modules on one page?

Include one CreativeWork and HowTo per module shown, each with distinct @id values.

SwiftSchema

Intuitive Schema Generation at Your Fingertips