Session Specific Details

Session Specific Details

Overview

Session Specific Details allow you to add unique information to individual sessions within an event. This "Details" field is perfect for session-specific instructions, room information, what to bring, or any other information that differs between sessions.

The details you add are included in reminder emails, ensuring enrolled learners have all the information they need before attending.


Functionality Breakdown

What Are Session Details?

Session details are a free-text field on each session where you can add:

  • Room numbers or specific locations within a venue

  • What to bring (laptop, notebook, ID badge)

  • Pre-work or preparation instructions

  • Parking information

  • Dress code

  • Special access instructions

  • Co-facilitator names

  • Any session-specific information

Where Session Details Appear

Location

Visibility

Location

Visibility

Session page

Visible to enrolled learners

Reminder emails

Included in all reminder notifications

Enrolment confirmation

May be included depending on settings

Session Details vs Event Description

Event Description

Session Details

Event Description

Session Details

Applies to the whole event

Specific to one session

Describes what the event is about

Provides logistical information

Same for all sessions

Can differ per session

Visible before enrolment

Primarily for enrolled learners


Pre-requisites

Role Requirements

Action

Required Roles

Action

Required Roles

View session details

Enrolled learners, Admins, Event editors

Add/edit session details

Event creator, Admin, Owner, Curator, Learning Designer


Quick Start Guide

Adding Details to a Session

  1. Navigate to your event

  2. Click Edit on the session you want to update

  3. Find the Details or Session Specific Details field

  4. Enter your information

  5. Click Save

Example Session Details

For an in-person training session:

Room: Conference Room 3B, Second Floor Please bring: Laptop and notebook Parking: Use visitor parking in Lot C, collect a pass from reception Lunch will be provided - please notify us of dietary requirements

For a virtual session:

Please join 5 minutes early to test your audio/video Have your project examples ready to share Breakout rooms will be used for group exercises

For a workshop with multiple facilitators:

Lead facilitator: Sarah Johnson Co-facilitator: Mike Chen This session includes hands-on exercises - come prepared to participate actively

Editing Session Details

  1. Navigate to your event

  2. Click Edit on the session

  3. Update the Details field

  4. Click Save

Enrolled learners will see the updated details on the session page. If changes are significant, consider sending a manual notification.


FAQs

Are session details visible before someone enrols?
Session details are primarily designed for enrolled learners and appear on the session page after enrolment. Basic session information (date, time, location) is visible to all.

Do session details appear in reminder emails?
Yes, session details are included in reminder emails sent to enrolled learners.

Can I format the details text?
The details field typically supports plain text. Keep formatting simple for best results across email and web display.

Is there a character limit?
There may be a practical limit. Keep details concise and relevant—aim for essential information only.

Can I add different details to each session?
Yes, each session has its own details field. This is useful when sessions are at different locations or have different requirements.

What if I need to update details after people have enrolled?
Update the details in the session edit screen. Consider sending a notification if the changes are significant.

Are session details included when duplicating an event?
Yes, session details are copied when duplicating events or sessions.


Troubleshooting

Issue

Solution

Issue

Solution

Details not appearing in reminder emails

Verify details were saved on the session. Check that reminders are enabled.

Can't edit session details

Ensure you have edit permissions for the event.

Details too long for email

Keep details concise. Move lengthy information to related resources instead.

Different sessions need same details

Consider adding common information to the event description instead.

Details not visible to learners

Check the learner is enrolled in that specific session.