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November 9, 2010
Resolution 03-10-F
Resolution to Support Online Access to Course Information
PURPOSE:
For the Student Government Association of Western Kentucky University to formally
support the adoption of a policy that promotes online access to course information.
WHEREAS:
According to the 17th edition of the Faculty Handbook, copies of current course syllabi
are not required to be on TopNet, and
WHEREAS:
The Student Government Association of Western Kentucky University encourages
syllabi to be posted on TopNet by the first day of priority registration for the semester or
academic term during which the course is offered, and
WHEREAS:
A syllabus should include major course requirements, required or recommended
readings, grading scales, office hours, contact information, and a general description of
the subject matter, and
WHEREAS:
Each syllabus should be available not later than the fifth day after the first day of classes
for the semester or academic term during which the course is offered, and
THEREFORE:
Be it resolved by the Student Government Association of Western Kentucky University
that formal support be given to the adoption of a policy that promotes online access to
course information.
AUTHORS:
Nathan Bishop
Kaylee Egerer
Eileen Forsythe
Brandon Logan
Travis Taylor
Ann-Blair Thornton
SPONSORS:
Academic Affairs Committee
Campus Improvements Committee
Legislative Research Committee
Public Relations Committee
CONTACT:
Kendrick Bryan
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