UW-Superior Course Syllabus Requirements Spring Semester 2018 The major components were passed by Faculty Senate 10/15/13, with updates from UAAC and University Studies in 2016-17. The template was updated in June of 2017 to meet Higher Learning Commission requirements for accreditation. Requirements will be reviewed by Faculty Senate in Spring 2018. General Instructions To meet the syllabus requirements for both undergraduate and graduate courses, use either the a. checklist (please see page 2-3) or b. the template (pages 4-5). In regards to the look of the syllabus, there are no specific requirements re: font, size, and other aspects related to appearance. Please check with your department chair and/or program coordinator as your discipline may have requirements. If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions while completing your syllabus, please feel free to contact the Office of Academic Affairs. For ALL Syllabi: Once you complete each syllabus in a given semester: 1. Submit the final document to your department, as communicated by your department chair. 2. Upload the document to your course site in the learning management system, in the content section. 3. When providing the syllabus to students during the first week of class, use either paper or electronic (i.e. through the learning management system and/or email) copies. The student attachment can be included in the learning management system (Learn@UW-Superior) and does not have to be printed. If using the Syllabus Template (Option B) 1. Download the syllabi template into Office Word. (We have a campus subscription. If you don t have Word on your computer, please contact the IT Help Desk at help@uwsuper.edu.) 2. After reviewing the template, add your course information to the identified sections. 3. Some items include the option to choose from a dropdown list (usually in grey, marked as choose an item ), i.e. Catalogue Description, Mode of Delivery, etc. Click over the grey area to show the list. Choose the item which best fits your course. 4. Within the templates are notes to instructor for a few items. This provides specific guidance regarding these items.
2 SYLLABUS CHECKLIST (Option A) Below is the minimum information which must be included in the syllabus. More may be added dependent on program (major/minor) and certification/accreditation or other requirements. Semester, Year PREFIX AND # OF COURSE: NAME OF COURSE INSTRUCTOR Office location Email Phone Office hours CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION OF THE COURSE Note if the course meets (any or all) requirements for: Undergraduate degree or graduate degree Major and if so, which major(s) Minor and if so, which minor(s) University Studies and if so, which categories or core MODE OF DELIVERY Identify if course is face-to-face, hybrid, or online. LEARNING OUTCOMES Include as appropriate: University learning outcomes and related assessment (i.e. exam, paper, presentation, project, etc) Major learning outcomes and related assessment Minor learning outcomes and related assessment Specific course objectives/outcomes and related assessment COURSE SCHEDULE AND OUTLINE The course schedule should include weekly content/topics, assignments with due dates, and readings or other material. COURSE MATERIALS Include information on required textbooks or similar. Other materials (videos and other media, etc) can be provided in this section, or identified in an area in the learning management system course shell. ASSIGNMENTS, ASSESSMENTS AND GRADING Identify and describe each assignment and assessment (if different from the assignment) in the course with the evaluation process to be used, the weight of each assignment (percentage and/or points out of total), and due dates.
3 This information must contain sufficient detail of expected student engagement to support the assignment of credit hour and course level. Include information on how you use the online learning management system to provide students with feedback and assessment. This must include the gradebook and tools for assignment completion and submission (such as the dropbox, quizzes, and others). EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS IN REGARDS TO ATTENDANCE Provide a statement of attendance policy, including how you wish students to contact you regarding absences, particularly in the case of an emergency and consequences of poor or non-attendance, if any. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION (Note to instructor: This section must be included in its entirety.) DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AT UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - SUPERIOR Diversity and inclusion is integral to the educational mission of the University of Wisconsin-Superior. As a community we commit to recognize, include and value inherent worth and dignity of each person; foster tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, mutual respect, and justice among its members; and encourages each individual to strive to reach their own potential. The institution recognizes these experiences are crucial for developing the requisite skills to thrive as a member of a pluralistic society and as a responsible global citizen. In pursuit of its goal of inclusive excellence, the University actively seeks to attract students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, including but are not limited to: race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background, cognitive ability, physical ability, religion and spirituality, value system, national origin, immigration or refugee status, veteran status, and political beliefs. The University believes that diversity among its members strengthens the institution, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches campus life. The University of Wisconsin-Superior views, evaluates, and treats all person in any University related activity or circumstance in which they may be involved, solely as individuals. For more information about Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and/or to report bias, discrimination or harassment, please email edi@uwsuper.edu or call 715-394-8015. POLICIES AND PRACTICES TO HELP YOUR LEARNING AND GROWTH The University of Wisconsin-Superior is dedicated to a safe, supportive and nondiscriminatory learning environment. It is the responsibility of all undergraduate and graduate students to familiarize themselves with University policies regarding special accommodations, academic misconduct, religious beliefs accommodation, discrimination and absence for University- sponsored events. Please review the Student Information Sheet and Syllabus Attachment which can be accessed at [this is a link which can be found on the Dean of Academic Affairs website]. This includes policies related to: Student characteristics, including policies and services related to those who are active military/veterans, those who are pregnant or expecting new family members, and students seeking services for differing abilities and accommodations student services, and others. Academic integrity, including information on plagiarism and steps that an instructor can take. Campus policies, including how to sign up for Safe Alerts, information on course evaluations, process for submitting a formal grievance regarding academics and/or discrimination, and others.
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5 SYLLABUS TEMPLATE (Option B) Semester, Year PREFIX AND # OF COURSE: NAME OF COURSE INSTRUCTOR Office location Email Phone Office hours CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION OF THE COURSE This is Choose an item. course. This course meets the requirement for University Studies: Choose an item. Note to instructor: If this item does not fit your class, delete this line. This course meets a requirement for the Click here to enter text. major and/or Click here to enter text. minor. MODE OF DELIVERY This is a/an Choose an item. course. LEARNING OUTCOMES This course assesses for Choose an item. learning outcome. Note to instructor: If your course is not included in the University Studies program for undergraduate courses, delete this line. List each outcome with the related assessment of student learning (add rows as needed). Outcome Choose an item. Choose an item. Choose an item. Assessment (i.e. exam, paper, presentation, project) Additional course outcomes for majors and/or minors List each additional learning outcome for this course with the related assessment of student learning (add rows as needed). Note to instructor: These are outcomes developed by you, your program, and/or department specifically to meet course and/or program outcomes for majors and/or minors. Outcome Assessment (i.e. exam, paper, presentation, project) COURSE SCHEDULE AND OUTLINE The course schedule should include weekly content/topics, assignments with due dates, and readings or other material.
6 COURSE MATERIALS Include information on required textbooks or similar. Other materials (videos and other media, etc) can be provided in this section, or identified in an area in the D2L course shell. ASSIGNMENTS, ASSESSMENTS AND GRADING Identify and describe each assignment and assessment (if different from the assignment) in the course with the evaluation process to be used, the weight of each assignment (percentage and/or points out of total), and due dates. This information must contain sufficient detail of expected student engagement to support the assignment of credit hour and course level. Include information on how you use the online learning management system to provide students with feedback and assessment. This must include the gradebook and tools for assignment completion and submission (such as the dropbox, quizzes, and others). EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS IN REGARDS TO ATTENDANCE Provide a statement of attendance policy, including how you wish students to contact you regarding absences, particularly in the case of an emergency and consequences of poor or non-attendance, if any. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION (Note to instructor: This section must be included in its entirety.) DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AT UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - SUPERIOR Diversity and inclusion is integral to the educational mission of the University of Wisconsin-Superior. As a community we commit to recognize, include and value inherent worth and dignity of each person; foster tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, mutual respect, and justice among its members; and encourages each individual to strive to reach their own potential. The institution recognizes these experiences are crucial for developing the requisite skills to thrive as a member of a pluralistic society and as a responsible global citizen. In pursuit of its goal of inclusive excellence, the University actively seeks to attract students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, including but are not limited to: race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background, cognitive ability, physical ability, religion and spirituality, value system, national origin, immigration or refugee status, veteran status, and political beliefs. The University believes that diversity among its members strengthens the institution, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches campus life. The University of Wisconsin-Superior views, evaluates, and treats all person in any University related activity or circumstance in which they may be involved, solely as individuals. For more information about Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and/or to report bias, discrimination or harassment, please email edi@uwsuper.edu or call 715-394-8015. POLICIES AND PRACTICES TO HELP YOUR LEARNING AND GROWTH The University of Wisconsin-Superior is dedicated to a safe, supportive and nondiscriminatory learning environment. It is the responsibility of all undergraduate and graduate students to familiarize themselves with University policies regarding special accommodations, academic misconduct, religious beliefs accommodation, discrimination and absence for University- sponsored events. Please review the Student Information Sheet and Syllabus Attachment which can be accessed at [this is a link which can be found on the Dean of Academic Affairs website]. This includes policies related to:
7 Student characteristics, including policies and services related to those who are active military/veterans, those who are pregnant or expecting new family members, and students seeking services for differing abilities and accommodations student services, and others. Academic integrity, including information on plagiarism and steps that an instructor can take. Campus policies, including how to sign up for Safe Alerts, information on course evaluations, process for submitting a formal grievance regarding academics and/or discrimination, and others.