1. From 'Discussions,' navigate to the topic you want to edit. Select the drop-down arrow then select 'Edit Topic.'

2. The 'Edit Topic' page will appear. Select the 'Restrictions' tab where you can set the availability and restriction details.

3. Add a Start Date (when a discussion becomes available to learners) and an End Date (when a discussion becomes restricted to learners) to the respective boxes.

In the example below, the check-boxes are selected and the date and time for 'Has Start Date' and 'Has End Date' are set. You can also set a specific time for the Start and End dates, instead of the defaulted times.

• The "visible with access restricted before start or after end" option allows you to make content visible to students before its start date but restricts their ability to access the content until the start date arrives. This provides students with a preview of what's to come while ensuring they cannot interact with the content prematurely.

• The "hidden before start or after end" option, on the other hand, completely hides the item from students until the start date and/or after the end date. This means students cannot see or access the content, assignment, or assessment until the designated time-frame.

Both options offer flexibility and control to instructors in managing the release and availability of course materials, assignments, and assessments, helping create a structured learning experience for students.

4. Select the Display on Calendar to add the discussion topic to the course calendar. When done, select Save and Close.

Great Job! The availability details then will display and will appear in Brightspace Pulse.