Named Assignments let you give each assignment instance a clear, custom label, so you (and your team) can easily identify it across reporting, tracking, and learner views.
🔍 Why Name Your Assignments?
By default, an assignment pulls the name of the content being assigned (e.g., “Security Training – Q2”). But when you send that content to multiple groups or use it in different workflows, it can be hard to tell them apart.
Naming your assignment instance helps you:
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Clearly differentiate between use cases (e.g., “Q2 Security – Managers Only” vs. “Q2 Security – All Staff”)
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Quickly spot which instance is which in your reports
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Collaborate with other admins without confusion
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Make bulk edits or removals easier by filtering assignments by name
đź“Š Where You'll See the Name
Assignment names now appear in:
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Assignment Reports
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User Progress Reports
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The Instances tab for Direct Assignments
This makes it easier to filter, analyze, and communicate performance, especially when the same content is used across teams or learning initiatives.
✏️ Best Practices for Naming
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Be specific and consistent (e.g.,
[Team] – [Topic] – [Quarter]) -
Include context if it's tied to a project, region, or workflow
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Use names that will make sense to your future self (or someone else on your team)
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