Introducing Course-Restricted Messaging in Impact!

[MelissaMcClella]

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!

 

[Jeff_F]

@MelissaMcClella  +1 for 'Upload a list of courses using a simple CSV template'

ps. I cannot seem to get the video to go to full screen. Maybe it is me...?

[MelissaMcClella]

Hi @Jeff_F - so sorry about that! Here's the direct link as well. 

[ArjenHeijstek]

Yes, this is where we waited for!

[BobTruskowski]

What fields have to be in the csv file? What is the structure of the csv file, and how do you import it?

[MelissaMcClella]

Hi @BobTruskowski ! Here is a guide that will walk you through that process! A sample spreadsheet is available when you reach the CSV upload screen, with the Course Name and Canvas Course ID being the required fields. 

[kkorstad1]

Thank you. This looks helpful for the start of the semester where we don't have our entire course catalog starting at the same time.  Exactly what I need to make sure the online course starts have information on publishing their courses. I'll be trying to feed a list.

Thank you.