The Course Syllabus: A Learning-Centered Approach

Judith Grunert O'brien

ISBN 10: 0470197617 / ISBN 13: 9780470197615

Published by Jossey-Bass, 2008

About this Item

Since its original publication in 1997, this book has become a must-have resource for college faculty new and experienced, two-year and four-year, at institutions across the U.S. and Canada. Its learning-centered approach has proven highly successful.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Course Syllabus: A Learning-Centered Approach
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0470197617
• ISBN 13: 9780470197615
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

When it was first published in 1997, The Course Syllabus became the gold standard reference for both new and experienced college faculty. Like the first edition, this book is based on a learner-centered approach. Because faculty members are now deeply committed to engaging students in learning, the syllabus has evolved into a useful, if lengthy, document. Today's syllabus provides details about course objectives, requirements and expectations, and also includes information about teaching philosophies, specific activities and the rationale for their use, and tools essential to student success.

About the Author

The Authors

Judith Grunert O'Brien has retired from her work at Syracuse University to focus on sculpture, drawing, and writing. She was a member of the School of Art faculty, College of Visual and Performing Arts, Syracuse University, when she wrote the first edition of a Learning-Centered Syllabus in 1997.

Barbara J. Millis is director of the Excellence in Teaching Program at the University of Nevada-Reno.

Margaret W. Cohen is director and associate provost for professional development at the University of Missouri-St. Louis.