Impact Release Notes (2022-05-31)

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In this Impact release, users can view available out-of-the-box LTI messages if the LTI has been associated with applicable LTI launches. When a screen reader encounters an element with an anchored hint message, users can immediately access the content of the hint message.

Impact helps institutions improve technology adoption and evaluate the impact of educational technology, while helping faculty and students seamlessly navigate new platforms. Learn more about Impact by Instructure.

Updated Features

LTI Tools

LTI Tool Messaging

By default, when an LTI launch has been associated with an LTI tool, available out-of-the-box LTI messages display to users when viewing the LTI tool.

Studio Out-of-the-box Message

Other Updates

Accessibility

Accessible Hint Messages

When a screen reader encounters a hint message connected to a context which is navigable (input, button, link etc.), the hint message content can now be accessed when the context is accessed.

Fixed Bugs

• Inline Walkthroughs are not available in Blackboard Ultra. However, Blackboard Original users can access Inline Walkthroughs. 
• The arrows used to move the Impact Support button align vertically next to the Support Center button.