Course Objectives [Include a list of course learning objectives that your students will achieve with successful completion of your course. Remember that good learning objectives are objectives that are measurable. Select this link to Example: At the end of this course, successful students will be able to: Describe the 3 main characteristics of a well-written syllabus. Evaluate differing methodologies to select the best viable path for student achievement. Summarize key components of learning-centered syllabi.] Required Texts and Materials [Include complete bibliographical information for required texts.] Additional Resources [Include any additional resources, such as optional/enrichment reading, helpful web sites, links to professional organizations, and any other information that might enrich your student’s understanding of your content. We would suggest you also put information about tutoring and accessibility here, rather than tucking it on the last page where people might not see it.] Instructor Contact and Reply Policy [Outline your preferred method of communication. Do you want them to contact you first through a “virtual office” discussion board for general questions, etc.? What turn around time would you like to offer your students? 24 hour response to e-mails and message boards is typical for a weekday, and 48 hours for a weekend or over a holiday. You should also mention how long it should take to return an assignment to them. This will help establish realistic expectations upfront.] In the unlikely event that you are unable to reach your instructor based on the guidelines outlined using the above contact and expected response time, please contact the department chair for this course via email at [] or via phone at [330.972.XXXX]. Learning in the Online Environment Etiquette Online etiquette, sometimes called Netiquette, takes special attention because it lacks the visual cues that we rely on to give meaning to communication. Avoid language that may come across as strong or offensive. Language can be easily misinterpreted in written communication. If a point must be stressed, review the statement to make sure that no one would be offended; then post the statement. Humor
Week / Date Topic Assignments / Readings / Tasks 1 Introduction and Overview of the Course Read Chapters 1 through 3 Complete Learning Activity #1 2 Metacognition: The Science of How People Learn Course Learning Objective #1 Read Taxonomy Watch YouTube video on Learning Styles Complete Quiz #1 3 Creating a Learning Centered Syllabus Course Learning Objective #2 & #3 Respond to Discussion #1 Meet with your group and decide on topic Read Chapters 4 and 5 and respond to discussion questions. 4 Gamification: Increasing Student Engagement Course Learning Objective #1 Read Article on Gamifying the Classroom Submit Paper #1 to the Assignments Complete Quiz #2 5 Edutainment: Addressing various learning styles Course Learning Objective #3 Review for Midterm Exam Read Chapters 6 through 8 Respond to Discussion #2 6 Midterm Exam Course Learning Objective #2 Access and Complete Midterm exam online. Must complete and submit the midterm BEFORE 5:00PM on Friday. [It is also recommended that you tell students that dates / topics may be subject to change due to class cancellations / delays. Example: Note: The schedule is intended to serve as a general outline and it is subject to change. Topics are tentative and may need to be modified during the semester. Homework and Project Assignments, Quizzes and Test dates will be announced in advance.] Course Bibliography [In certain colleges, the Bibliography is almost always a part of the syllabus. However, it is more for academic evaluation of the course content (why specific topics are taught within the course) and justification of the strategies being used (why are you using reflective learning, group work, discussion, etc.). Students would not be expected to read the source documents found here, but certainly could if they desired to do so. For example, if you were teaching a course on