Course Number/Title Syllabus 5
How to use this course template? (Course Syllabus Template Fall 2017)
This hybrid course template is adapted from San Jose State University’s accessible syllabus template (June 2016). Please replace your own course information in the highlighted areas and delete this paragraph and the “Required” texts when you have completed your syllabus. If you have questions, please email the Instructional Designer at or file a ticket at https://ges.sjsu.edu/instructional-design-help. Thank you.
San José State University
College of Engineering
Graduate and Extended Studies
(Course Number, Title, Section, Semester, and Year)
Course and Contact Information
Instructor: / (Your name)(Virtual) Office Location: / (Zoom meeting or in-person)
Telephone: / (Your telephone number)
Email: / (Your email address)
(Virtual) Office Hour: / (Days and time)
Class Days/Time: / (Days and time) (Time zone)
Classroom: / (Classroom location)
Virtual Classroom: / Zoom meeting
Prerequisites: / Classified graduate standing or graduate advisor consent
Canvas Website: / https://sjsu.instructure.com
Course Format: Hybrid Courses (Required)
This course features a hybrid classroom delivery format, utilizing a combination of in-person meetings and synchronous online conferences. The instructor will host scheduled real-time class meetings. Depends on your class instruction, you might have an option to attend class meetings either in-person or online. (See University Policy F13-2 at http://www.sjsu.edu/senate/docs/F13-2.pdf for more details.)
Joining Zoom Class Meetings in Canvas (Required)
Zoom is a video conferencing tool that used for SJSU synchronous class meetings. You can join a scheduled Zoom class meeting in Canvas by clicking the Zoom tab in the navigation menu.
Zoom runs on PC, Mac, Android, and iOS devices. To ensure your computer meeting the system requirements and to learn about how to connect your audio conference, please visit the links listed below:
• For iOS and Android: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201179966-System-Requirements-for-iOS-and-Android
• For PC and Mac: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-and-Mac
• How to connect to audio recording conference: https://youtu.be/jAnWjJTwhU0
In addition, if you connect to audio conference via your computer, please use a headset in order to avoid echoes and audio feedback. You are also highly recommended to use a built-in webcam or prepare an external webcam on your computer when you attend a Zoom meeting.
For more detailed information, please visit the GES Instructional Design webpage.
Canvas Learning Management System (Required)
Course materials, syllabus, assignments, grading criteria, exams, and other information will be posted on the SJSU Canvas course site at http://sjsu.instructure.com/ You are responsible to check Canvas regularly for class work and exams. Please click the links to learn more detailed information.
• Video tutorials: http://ges.sjsu.edu/video-resources
• Resources: http://ges.sjsu.edu/instructional-design
If you have questions regarding the use of Canvas or Zoom, please file a ticket at http://ges.sjsu.edu/instructional-design-help
Faculty Web Page and MYSJSU Messaging (Optional)
To participate in class activities, you are also responsible for regularly checking for your email at http://my.sjsu.edu (or other communication system as indicated by the instructor) to learn of any updates.
Course Description (Required)
Please enter your course description here.
Course Goals (Optional)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
(Insert and list your Education course goals and learning outcomes here. Describe the outcome in terms of specific and measurable actions, capabilities or skills students will be able to perform through course activities/experience at the end of your course.)
SLO 1: (Insert SLO1)
SLO 2: (Insert SLO2)
SLO 3: (Insert SLO3)
SLO 4: (Insert SLO4)
SLO 5: (Insert SLO5)
SLO 6: (Insert SLO6)
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) (Required)
Insert and list your course goals and learning outcomes here. Describe the outcome in terms of specific and measurable actions, capabilities or skills students will be able to perform through course activities/experience at the end of your course.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
CLO 1: (Insert CLO1, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
CLO 2: (Insert CLO2, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
CLO 3: (Insert CLO3, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
CLO 4: (Insert CLO4, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
CLO 5: (Insert CLO5, satisfied by activity/assignment/…)
Required Textbook (Required)
Textbook
(Insert your complete textbook citation here. Include ISBN and information about where students can buy or access the text.)
Other Readings
(Insert the list of any additional readings)
Other Technology Requirements / Equipment / Materials Requirements (optional)
(If applicable)
Library Liaison (Optional)
Insert the name, email address, and other relevant information concerning your library liaison
Course Requirements and Assignments (Required)
Insert descriptions of course requirements and assignments here. Explain how course requirements, reading materials, learning activities, assignments contribute to or are aligned with course learning outcomes. Include information about due dates and assignment weights. More details can be found from University Syllabus Policy S16-9 at http://www.sjsu.edu/senate/docs/S16-9.pdf
Final Examination or Evaluation
Insert descriptions of your final examination or evaluation information here. More details can be found in University Policy S06-4 (http://www.sjsu.edu/senate/docs/S06-4.pdf) which states that
“There shall be an appropriate final examination or evaluation at the scheduled time in every course, unless specifically exempted by the college dean who has curricular responsibility for the course”.
Grading Policy (Required)
Specify your grading policy here. Provide rubrics and explain how grades are assessed and assigned. Allow multiple opportunities to give feedback on student learning. Use rubrics or examples to explain and show students how they can assess themselves or check their own learning. More guidelines on grading information and class attendance can be found from the following two university policies.
• University Syllabus Policy S16-9 (http://www.sjsu.edu/senate/docs/S16-9.pdf)
• University policy F15-12 (http://www.sjsu.edu/senate/docs/F15-12.pdf)
Determination of Grades
• A statement of how grades will be determined for the course, including +/- grades if they are used.
• Extra credit options, if available.
• List of the percentage weight assigned to various class assignments.
• Penalty (if any) for late or missed work.
Online Proctoring Exam (Required if students need to take online proctoring exams)
ProctorU is an online proctoring service. If you are a remote student or plan to take an online proctoring exam, please let your instructor knows. For detailed information about scheduling an appointment with ProctorU, please visit this web page or file a ticket.
• FYI. You should have a reliable, high-speed Internet connection, a webcam and a headset (speaker and microphone). Please also schedule your appointment with PRoctorU at least 72 hours prior to your scheduled exam time in order to avoid paying a charge of $5.00 late registration at your own cost.
(Please insert proctored exam protocol here if any)
Lecture Duration: ? hour ? minutes (Recommended Class Structure)
Running Time / Duration / Topics00:00 – 00:15 / 15 / (Review previous homework assignment or 5 minutes Quiz in Canvas)
00:15 – 00:45 / 30 / (Topic 1A)
00:45 – 00:55 / 10 / (Student Engagement: Questions)
00:55 – 01:25 / 30 / (Topic 1B or Activity)
01:25 – 01:35 / 10 / (Student Engagement: Questions)
01:35 – 01:45 / 10 / (Break Time)
01:45 – 02:15 / 30 / (Topic 1C or Activity)
02:15 – 02:25 / 10 / (Student Engagement: Questions)
02:25 – 02:55 / 30 / (Topic 1D or Activity)
02:55 – 03:05 / 10 / (Student Engagement: Questions)
03:05 – 03:15 / 10 / (Break Time)
03:15 – 03:30 / 15 / (Review of Topics, etc.)
Classroom Protocol
(Insert your expectations for participation, attendance, arrival times, and behavior.)
University Policies
Per University Policy S16-9, university-wide policy information relevant to all courses, such as academic integrity, accommodations, etc. will be available on Office of Graduate and Undergraduate Programs’ Syllabus Information web page at http://www.sjsu.edu/gup/syllabusinfo/”
Course Schedule (A sample)
Week / Date / Topics, Readings, Assignments, Deadlines / Assignment Due Date1 / Time/Date
2 / Time/Date
3 / Time/Date
4 / Time/Date
5 / Time/Date
6 / Time/Date
7 / Time/Date / Midterm
8 / Time/Date
9 / Time/Date
10 / Time/Date
11 / Time/Date
12 / Time/Date
13 / Time/Date / Presentation
14 / Time/Date
15 / Time/Date
16 / Final Exam / Final
The schedule is subject to change with fair notice.
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