Definition
A document distributed by an instructor at the beginning of a course that outlines the course description, learning objectives, required texts and materials, schedule of topics and readings, grading policies, assignment descriptions, attendance and late work policies, and academic integrity expectations. The syllabus serves as a contract between the instructor and students and is an essential reference throughout the term. In K-12 contexts, a course syllabus may be called a course outline or curriculum guide.
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