Syllabus Checklist

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A syllabus is a contract between the instructor and students. The more complete and thoughtful your syllabus, the fewer problems and misunderstandings you will have with students. Make your syllabus your own, reflecting your voice and your priorities. See Course Policies, Expectations and Agreements for Syllabi for examples of how to cover policies in your own style.

1. CRN, course number and title, term, location and time.

2. Instructor name, office location and office hours, phone(s), e-mail.

3. Catalog description.

4. Pre-requisite courses or skills.

5. What program(s) this course is a requirement or elective in, i.e. how does this course fit into a college degree or certificate program?

6. The learning outcomes: by the end of the term, what major knowledge, skills and attitude will students achieve (these 4-9 statements should be the same for all courses of the same number and title).

7. Primary instructional methods or approach. What are you and the students going to do in a typical class meeting? (e.g. some lecture, followed by discussion, small group work on projects, on-line chat time, etc.) And for what reasons (outcomes)? Specify norms for the class here.

8. Textbooks, required readings and /or outside materials needed. ISBN's required.

9. Topic outline or road map.

10. Assessment: Types of knowledge, abilities and skills to be assessed as per outcomes. Indicate forms of assessment; e.g. quizzes, tests, exams, papers, projects, performances/and products, in class exercises such as group work, discussions, and simulations or labs.

11. Criteria for assignments (this may be performance standards given out as assignments are developed).

12. Grading scale.

13. Policy for missed tests.

14. Policy for late work.

15. Policy for absences.

16. Policy for extra credit work, if appropriate.

17. Americans with Disabilities Statement:

Students with documented disabilities who may need special instructional accommodations or who may need special arrangements in the event of an evacuation should notify the instructor as soon as possible, no later than the second week of the term. Students may contact COCC Disability Office in Boyle Education Center to discuss special needs, 383-7583.

COCC Non-Discrimination Policy:

Central Oregon Community College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution..
It is the policy of the Central Oregon Community College Board of Directors that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status in any educational programs, activities or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and non-discrimination, please contact Human Resources for referral to the appropriate personnel, 383-7236.

Depending on the course content (e.g. Massage Therapy or Nursing), it may be advisable to include the following:

18. Other policies that are important, e.g. cheating, plagiarism, student insurance. (Note: Student insurance statement is required in certain PTE programs.)