Create an Effective Syllabus Page
Introduction
Every course needs a great syllabus! Learn how to create one for your Canvas course here.
On This Page:
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- Create your syllabus page
- Learn about syllabus requirements and editing options
Consultations
Want one-on-one help designing your syllabus? Schedule a syllabus consultation with the Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence:
Create your syllabus page
Follow the steps in the tutorials to create or edit a syllabus page in your course:
- How do I use the Syllabus as an instructor? Links to an external site. (External resource)
- How do I edit the Syllabus description in a course? Links to an external site. (External resource)
Learn about syllabus requirements and editing options
There are specific requirements related to accessibility for all Penn State syllabi. Penn State Faculty Senate Policy 43-00 is the Penn State syllabus policy. See this link for a description of the policy:
- Penn State Faculty Senate Policy 43-00 Links to an external site. (External resource)
The Penn State Accessibility site provides suggested verbiage for your syllabus:
- Accessibility Syllabus Statement Links to an external site. (External resource)