And…that makes sense. Why would we reasonably expect a giant a wall of text delivered in one huge drop at the busy start of the term? I don’t like when people dump a giant wad of prose in my lap; why would the students?
I’ve had success with directing students to specific sections •in context• and •at the time• they are relevant in class. First week of class? Look at those learning goals. First homework? Read the section on copying. etc