How to use the SYLLABUS

The Syllabus in Canvas is really a content area where you can post a link to your full syllabus. We do not recommend that you copy and paste your entire syllabus document into the syllabus content area. Instead it is better to create a link to your full syllabus document.

We do recommend that you use the Syllabus for the following:

  • Post an introduction to your course and your policies of conduct
  • Create a link to your full syllabus document (which you upload to your course Files area)
  • Introduce yourself to your students
  • Perhaps list office hours and location
  • Display all assignments and their due dates for the course semester
  • Display all upcoming events in your course
  • Perhaps post weekly reminders and other important information

Note: That if you make your home page the Syllabus, you can hide the Syllabus link in your course's left hand navigation.

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