The Course Syllabus A Learning-Centered Approach

by Grunert O'Brien, Judith; Millis, Barbara J.; Cohen, Margaret W.; Diamond, Robert M.

• ISBN13: 9780470197615
• ISBN10: 0470197617
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-03-28
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass

Summary

When it was first published in 1997, The Course Syllabus became the gold standard reference for both new and experienced college faculty. Like the first edition, this book is based on a learner-centered approach. Because faculty members are now deeply committed to engaging students in learning, the syllabus has evolved into a useful, if lengthy, document. Today's syllabus provides details about course objectives, requirements and expectations, and also includes information about teaching philosophies, specific activities and the rationale for their use, and tools essential to student success.

Author Biography

The Authors

Judith Grunert O'Brien has retired from her work at Syracuse University to focus on sculpture, drawing, and writing. She was a member of the School of Art faculty, College of Visual and Performing Arts, Syracuse University, when she wrote the first edition of a Learning-Centered Syllabus in 1997.

Barbara J. Millis is director of the Excellence in Teaching Program at the University of Nevada-Reno.

Margaret W. Cohen is director and associate provost for professional development at the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Preface

Acknowledgments

The Authors

Focus on Learning

Preparing Students

Setting a Framework for Knowledge

Planning Your Learning-Centered Syllabus: An Overview of the Process

Composing a Learning-Centered Syllabus

Using a Learning-Centered Syllabus

Examples

Checklist

Table of Contents

Instructor Information

Student Information Form

Letter to the Students or Teaching Philosophy Statement

Purpose of the Course

Course Description

Course Objectives

Readings

Resources

Course Calendar

Course Requirements

Policies and Expectations: Attendance, Late Papers, Missed Tests, Class Behaviors, and Civility

Policies and Expectations: Academic Honesty, Disability Access, and Safety

Evaluation

Grading Procedures

How to Succeed in This Course: Tools for Study and Learning

Checklist

Suggested Readings

General Teaching

Active Learning

Assessment and Evaluation

Cooperative and Collaborative Learning

Course and Curriculum Design

Critical Thinking

Information Technology

Learning and Motivation

Student Differences

Online Resources

Teaching Portfolios

References

Index

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