- Make sure the Edit Mode button is ON.

 - Click Announcements on the Course Menu.
 - Click Create Announcement.
 - Give the announcement a subject and type the announcement in the Message area.
 - Set options for the dates, if any.
 - To send the announcement to students' email, select the option "Send a copy of this announcement immediately"
 - Attach any documents as desired.
 - Click Submit.
 
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