The syllabus serves as the foundational blueprint for any course, establishing the tone, expectations, and trajectory for the academic journey ahead. It's more than just a document outlining the course; it's a crucial tool for instructors to communicate their teaching philosophy, values, and the principles. By setting clear expectations and fostering an inclusive environment from the outset, the syllabus can significantly influence students' decisions to enroll in a course and their engagement throughout the semester.

Our syllabus design and use teaching topics page is designed to help instructors craft syllabi that not only serve as effective teaching tools but also as bridges to connect with students. 

Introducing Your Syllabus to Students

A wide-range of strategies and activities, arranged by time commitment, to help you get students to engage with your syllabus. 

Inclusive Syllabus Asynchronous Workshop

This self-paced online workshop will support you in developing welcoming and learner-centered syllabi. Contact the Center for Teaching to learn more. 

Using an Inclusive Syllabus to Build Connections with Your Students

This student-developed resource provides instructors with advice on how they can make their syllabus personal, transparent, and inclusive.

Other Resources

Required Course Syllabi Information

This Office of the Provost page includes required and recommended elements for course syllabi.