Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

What is the purpose of a course syllabus?

April 26, 2017course purpose syllabus

0

Posted

What is the purpose of a course syllabus?

1 Answer

0

Posted

The first purpose is to serve as a contract between the instructor and the student—it serves to set forth what is expected during the term of the semester. The second purpose is to address any behaviors or policies that could affect a student’s grade. The third purpose is to address the area of academic dishonesty. Fourth, it is useful to mention polices related to the academic freedom of the students, that is, respect the rights of their peers to express their opinions. Finally, the syllabus should mention the rights of students with disabilities.