Syllabus Templates

A primary purpose of a syllabus is to communicate to your students what the course is about, why it is taught, where it is going, and what will be required of the students for them to complete the course with a passing grade.

Syllabus Templates

Our syllabus templates make your work easier! Templates are ADA accessible and include sample statements that meet the Syllabus Best Practices [pdf] recommendations. It is recommended that you view the syllabus best practices document and the appropriate syllabus template for your course.

There are two syllabus templates for face-to-face, online and blended courses. The syllabus template for face-to-face courses labeled “Required” includes required syllabi sections from ACAF 2.03. The syllabi labeled “Required and Recommended” includes required syllabi sections from ACAF 2.03 and other recommended syllabi sections.

The syllabus templates for online and blended courses include required syllabi sections from ACAF 2.03 and the Committee on Curricula & Courses Curriculum Changes guidelines. The syllabi labeled “Required and Recommended” includes required sections from ACAF 2.03 and other recommended syllabi sections for online and blended courses.

Face-to-Face Course Syllabus Template Required [docx]
Face-to-Face Course Syllabus Template Required and Recommended [docx]

Online Course Syllabus Template Required [docx]
Online Course Syllabus Template Required and Recommended [docx]

Blended Course Syllabus Template Required [docx]
Blended Course Syllabus Template Required and Recommended [docx]

Course Schedule Templates

The course schedule templates are tables with Date, Topic, Assignment and Due Today headings and include key dates in the semester academic calendar.

Fall 2023 Course Templates

Spring 2024 Course Templates

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