Syllabus report

This syllabus shows that there is a lot attention paid in its preparation given that it is detailed to an extent and offers direction on how the content will be covered throughout the learning period.  Its preparation seems to have adhered to some policies on what should be included or some requirements that should be adhered to. Such things are indicated by the contents in the syllabus and the formatting of the whole text can be followed through by the students.

The detailed course outlines is arranged in a systematic manner so that students can know where to begin on their studies and proceed throughout the semester. It also indicates the tests which will be done and when they will be done to have the students prepare for them.  With its detailed content, test periods and lecturer information indicates that the syllabus is prepared by an individual who is in tandem with requirements of the learning institution. A clear message is being communicated to the students about the lecturer’s seriousness in the classroom and that he is following some given guidelines when preparing the syllabus.

 The effectiveness of such a syllabus with indicated periods, with activities that will determine the evaluation methods enable the students to remove the apathy which can work against the faculty’s expected learning outcomes. The syllabus also longer to indicate that the students will have much work to do and the lecturer is able to be thorough (D'Antonio, 2007). Creating such a comprehensive and creative syllabus means that the professor will even be approachable and has the interest of the students at heart given that he was once an undergraduate.

Reference

D'Antonio, M. (2007).If Your Syllabus Could Talk. Retrieved from: http://www.chronicle.com/article/If-Your-Syllabus-Could-Talk/46604