
Syllabus Checklist
1. The syllabus should include
___ faculty name
___ course title and section number
___ required and recommended textbooks
___ course objectives that are a reflection of the course outline
of record
___ a grading policy and/or evaluation process that is clearly
defined and based on the above objectives
___ the determination of a grade is based on demonstrated proficiency
in the subject matter of the particular course, and in part, by
means of essays, or in courses where the Curriculum Committee
deems them to be appropriate, by problem-solving exercises or
skills of demonstrations
___ the demonstration of course work requiring critical
thinking and the understanding and application of college-level
concepts
___ office hours
2. Also you probably should also include:
___ catalog description
___ expected outcomes for students
___ course content
___ methods of presentation
___ assignments & methods of evaluation
___ textbooks
___ your email address
___ any pre-requisites which must be satisfied, co-requisite,
or advisories
___
SCANS competencies (The Secretary's
(of Labor) Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills)
___ course procedures
___ course requirements
___ plagiarism policy
___ internet links & resources
___ calendar for course assignments/activities