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Announcements post timely information critical to course success. The Instructor can add, modify, and remove announcements from the Announcements page. This is an ideal place to post time-sensitive material such as:

• when assignments are due

• changes in the syllabus

• corrections/clarifications of materials

• exam schedules

Create an Announcement

1. In the Course Tools section of the Control Panel, click Announcements .
2. Click the Add Announcement button.
   
3. Type the subject in the Subject box.
4. Enter the Announcement in the Message box.
5. Optional: set any options such as Permanent Announcement, date restrictions, Course Links, and email of the announcement to all course members.
6. Click Submit .