SYLLABUS COMPONENTS
Department of Education Studies, College of Education, University of Oregon
Your syllabus is the contract you make with your students regarding course content, assignments
and timelines, evaluation components and expectations for class participation. It is also used to
communicate policy and other information required by the University or College. It is important to
make this information available, either through Blackboard or printed copies, no later than the first
meeting of the term. The College requires that departments make syllabi available prior to the start
of each term and to maintain syllabi archives. Therefore, we ask you to submit syllabi two weeks
before the start of term to the department academic assistant.
Below is a list of components to be included in a syllabus. Additional elements pertinent to your
specific class may also be included. Please note that policy statements (see 9-15 below) must not
be altered as they reflect University of Oregon, College of Education or Teacher Education policies.
Otherwise, feel free to use this document as a reference or to cut and paste components directly
into your syllabus.
Once your syllabus is completed, please submit an electronic copy (.pdf or word document) to Keri
Baker at kerib@uoregon.edu. If you have any questions, please feel free to call (541) 346-3404 for
further assistance. Syllabi missing required elements will be returned for completion.
1. General
 Course subject code, number & title
 Course record number (CRN)
 Number of credits
 Term and year
 Schedule (day/time)
 Classroom location
 Instructor name and contact information (phone, email, office location & hours, preferred
contact method)
 GTF name and contact information (phone, email, office location & hours, preferred contact
method)
2. Course Overview
Course description; overall goal, significance of its content, student audience, how the course
relates to other courses in a program of study (required prerequisites, prepares for other courses,
satisfies group/major or multicultural requirements).
3. Textbooks and Reading Materials
Author Last Name, Author First Name, Title, Publisher, Publish Date.
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4. Weekly Schedule of Topics and Assignments
Dates of topics, assignments and exams. Example:
SCHEDULE OF INSTRUCTIONAL THEMES BY WEEK
Week
1
Theme
Readings
Assignments due
5. Grading Components and Criteria
List of assignments, weight in grading, and how they will be evaluated.
6. Graduate/Undergraduate differentiation (if applicable)
If this is offered as a 400/500 level course, include a clear statement of how the
requirements/rigor/expectations differ for undergrads and grad students
7. Attendance and Absence Guidelines
Expectations for class attendance.
8. Expected Classroom Behavior
Expectations for classroom behavior.
9. Diversity
It is the policy of the University of Oregon to support and value diversity. To do so requires that
we:
 respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals.
 promote a culture of respect throughout the University community.
 respect the privacy, property, and freedom of others.
 reject bigotry, discrimination, violence, or intimidation of any kind.
 practice personal and academic integrity and expect it from others.
 promote the diversity of opinions, ideas and backgrounds which is the lifeblood of the
university.
10. Documented Disability
Appropriate accommodations will be provided for students with documented disabilities. If you
have a documented disability and require accommodation, arrange to meet with the course
instructor within the first two weeks of the term. The documentation of your disability must come
in writing from the Disability Services in the Office of Academic Advising and Student Services.
Disabilities may include (but are not limited to) neurological impairment, orthopedic impairment,
traumatic brain injury, visual impairment, chronic medical conditions, emotional/psychological
disabilities, hearing impairment, and learning disabilities. For more information on Disability
Services, please see http://ds.uoregon.edu/
11. Academic Misconduct Policy
All students are subject to the regulations stipulated in the UO Student Conduct Code
http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/StudentConductandCommunityStandards/StudentConductCode/tabi
d/69/Default.aspx. This code represents a compilation of important regulations, policies, and
procedures pertaining to student life. It is intended to inform students of their rights and
responsibilities during their association with this institution, and to provide general guidance for
enforcing those regulations and policies essential to the educational and research missions of the
University.
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12. Conflict Resolution
Several options, both informal and formal, are available to resolve conflicts for students who
believe they have been subjected to or have witnesses bias, unfairness, or other improper
treatment.
It is important to exhaust the administrative remedies available to you including discussing the
conflict with the specific individual, contacting the Department Head, or within the College of
Education you can contact Ron Beghetto, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, at 346-1534
beghetto@uoregon.edu or Surendra Subramani, Diversity Coordinator, at 346-1782 or
surendra@uoregon.edu.
Outside the College, you can contact:
* UO Bias Response Team: 346-1139 or http://bias.uoregon.edu/whatbrt.htm
* Conflict Resolution Services 346 -0617 or
http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/SupportandEducation/ConflictResolutionServices/tabid/134/Default.
aspx
* Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity: 346-3123 or http://aaeo.uoregon.edu/
13. Grievance Policy
A student or group of students of the College of Education may appeal decisions or actions
pertaining to admissions, programs, evaluation of performance and program retention and
completion. Students who decide to file a grievance should follow the student grievance
procedure, or alternative ways to file a grievance outlined in the Student Grievance Policy
http://neweducation.uoregon.edu/academics/student-grievance or enter search: student
grievance.
14. In Case of Inclement Weather
In the event the University operates on a curtailed schedule or closes, UO media relations will
notify the Eugene-Springfield area radio and television stations as quickly as possible. In addition,
a notice regarding the university’s schedule will be posted on the UO main home page (in the
“News” section) at http://www.uoregon.edu.
If an individual class must be canceled due to inclement weather, illness, or other reason, a notice
will be posted on Blackboard or via email. During periods of inclement weather, please check
Blackboard and your email rather than contact department personnel. Due to unsafe travel
conditions, departmental staff may be limited and unable to handle the volume of calls from you
and others.
15. Course Incomplete Policy
Students are expected to be familiar with university policy regarding grades of “incomplete” and
the time line for completion. For details on the policy and procedures regarding incompletes,
consult the UO Catalog or http://registrar.uoregon.edu/incomplete_policy
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