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Syllabus Development

This guide will address research on the evolution of the syllabus and demonstrate changes that can be made to the syllabus to benefit students and faculty alike.

Cochise College Syllabus Template

How Should I Word My Syllabus?
Certain minor changes in wording and reading level can make a world of difference to students - especially first generation. Watch the short video to find out more.

Work Cited: Ludy, M.-J., Brackenbury, T., Folkins, J. W., Peet, S. H., & Langendorfer, S. J. (2016). Student impressions of syllabus design: Engaging versus contractual syllabus. International Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, 10(2), Article 6. https://doi.org/10.20429/ijsotl.2016.100206