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The Course Syllabus: A Learning-Centered Approach, Second Edition

Book
O'Brien, Grunert, Judith, Barbara J. Millis, and Margaret W. Cohen
2008
Jossey-Bass, San Francisco
LB2361.G78 2008
Topics: Course Design   |   Constructivist & Active Learning Theory   |   Syllabus Construction

Additional Info:
When it was first published in 1997, The Course Syllabus became the gold standard reference for both new and experienced college faculty. Like the first edition, this book is based on a learner-centered approach. Because faculty members are now deeply committed to engaging students in learning, the syllabus has evolved into a useful, if lengthy, document. Today's syllabus provides details about course objectives, requirements and expectations, and also includes information about teaching philosophies, specific activities and the rationale for their use, and tools essential to student success. (From the Publisher)

Table Of Content:
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments

Part I Focus on Learning
Planning Your Learning-Centered Syllabus: An Overview of the Process
Composing a Learning-Centered Syllabus
Using a Learning-Centered Syllabus

Part II Examples
Checklist
Title Page
Table of Contents
Instructor Information
Letter to the Student
Purpose of the Coarse
Course Description
Course and Unit Objectives
Resources
Readings
Course Calendar
Course Requirements
Evaluation
Grading Procedures
How to Use the Syllabus
How to Study for this Course
Content Information
Learning Tools
Checklist

Part III Resources
Suggested Readings

References
Index
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