Introducing Course-Restricted Messaging in Impact!
MelissaMcClella
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Introducing Course-Restricted Messaging in Impact
We’re thrilled to launch one of the most-requested features from our Impact Ideas & Themes voting: Course-Restricted Messaging! This update gives admins a precise, intuitive way to target messages so the right people see the right information, exactly where it matters.
Why We Built It
Effective messaging depends on context. When students or faculty see irrelevant announcements, it creates noise and confusion. Important updates like exam reminders, assignment deadlines, or resource changes should appear only in the courses where they apply.
With Course-Restricted Messaging, admins can now deliver updates not just by role, sub-account, or term, but directly at the course level. This added precision ensures that every message feels relevant, reducing distractions and strengthening the connection between instructors, students, and their learning journey.
What’s New
Admins can now:
- Search for courses by name or Canvas Course ID
- Upload a list of courses using a simple CSV template
- Preview and toggle selected courses before publishing
- Update course restrictions on recurring messages throughout the year
The result? Messaging that’s accurate, relevant, and only visible in the courses where it belongs.
How It Helps
With Course-Restricted Messaging, admins can:
- Send exam prep reminders that appear only in the relevant courses
- Post faculty updates that reach just the instructors who need them (get that course published!)
- Deliver cohort- or sequence-based nudges tied to specific courses
- Share resources directly within designated courses
This precision reduces confusion, eliminates noise, and maximizes the impact of every message.
Early Feedback
Early testers are already seeing results:
“I was able to target messages to specific course sites using the upload tool. Everything worked perfectly—messages appeared in the courses I selected, and nowhere else. Exactly what I needed.”
Get Started Today
Course-Restricted Messaging is now live in Impact’s redesigned Inline Editor. Admins can begin creating course-specific communications immediately for more personalized, contextual, and effective messaging strategies.
🎥Watch this video, try it out, and let us know what you think in the comments below!
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