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Streamline Your Online Course Communication with Zapier: Automate Emails from Google Docs to Teachable

Published on Feb 28th, 2024

In the fast-evolving realm of online education, timely communication is vital. Harnessing the power of Zapier can help instructors and course administrators send automatic emails from Google Docs to Teachable, ensuring that students receive updates and course materials promptly. This integration not only saves time but also enhances the teaching and learning experience.


Here's a step-by-step guide to setting up Zapier to automate this process:



  1. Create Your Zap: Begin by logging into your Zapier account and click on 'Make a Zap'. Name your Zap to something descriptive like 'Google Docs to Teachable Email'.



  2. Choose Your Trigger App: Select Google Docs as the trigger app and choose the appropriate trigger, such as 'New Document' or 'Updated Document', depending on when you want the email to be sent.



  3. Set Up the Trigger: Follow the prompts to connect your Google account and specify the folder or document in Google Docs that will serve as the trigger.





  1. Choose Your Action App: After setting up your trigger, select Teachable as the action app. You’ll need to log in with your Teachable account details to allow Zapier to access it.



  2. Customize the Email: In this step, you’ll customize the email that gets sent out when your trigger occurs. Input the necessary details such as recipient email addresses, subject line, and the body of the email. You can pull in content directly from the Google Doc if needed.



  3. Test Your Zap: Before finalizing, it’s important to test the Zap to make sure everything is functioning correctly. Zapier will walk you through sending a test email to confirm the automation works.





  1. Activate Your Zap: Once you are certain everything is running smoothly, turn on the Zap. Congratulations – you have now automated the process of sending emails from Google Docs to your Teachable students!


This Zapier integration not only catapults the efficiency of your online course management but also ensures that your students are kept in the loop with the latest information and resources. It’s an ideal solution for educators looking to streamline administrative tasks and focus more on delivering quality online education.


For further optimization, remember to regularly monitor your Zaps and tweak them as your course or communication strategies evolve. The power of automation lies in its flexibility to adapt to your unique teaching needs.


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