What is a syllabus

A syllabus is a document that outlines...

• the topics covered in a course

• the problems in the course

• the mode of assessment

• the schedule of the course

Why is a syllabus important?

• A syllabus is important for outlining course topics, assessments, and expectations.

• A syllabus is important for providing daily quizzes

• A syllabus is important for organizing teaching or training.

• A syllabus is important for scheduling teaching and learning activities.

What are the key components of a syllabus?

• Subject title, course overview, learning aims, necessary resources, assessment methods, lesson plan, tasks, and regulations

• Course name, course outline, learning goals, recommended materials, evaluation criteria, weekly topics, homework, and guidelines

• Course title, course description, learning objectives, required materials, grading criteria, schedule of topics, assignments, and policies

• Course title, course description, learning objectives, required materials, grading criteria, schedule of topics, assignments, and quizzes

How can a syllabus help learners?

• A syllabus helps learners by predicting their future career success

• A syllabus helps learners by providing a roadmap of the course, outlining topics to be covered, assignments, due dates, and expectations. It helps learners stay organized, manage their time effectively, and understand the structure of the course.

• A syllabus helps learners by providing entertainment during class

• A syllabus helps learners by making them forget about the course material

Who creates the syllabus?

• Textbook publishers

• Students

• Government agency

• Educational/Training institution or specific department

What is the purpose of a syllabus?

• To provide a summary of the course content

• To confuse learners with unnecessary details

• To provide learners with essential information about the course.

• To test learners' knowledge of the course material

a syllabus typically includes the _____, schedule, _____, _____, due dates and contact informationn

• course objectives

• assessment tasks and criteria

• required materials

• learners' names

How does a syllabus help in time management?

• A syllabus causes confusion as learners struggle to prioritize tasks.

• A syllabus restricts learners' flexibility in managing their time effectively.

• A syllabus provides a structured outline of the course content, assignments, and deadlines, enabling learners to manage their time efficiently.

• A syllabus increases procrastination by overwhelming learners with too much information.

In the context of language learning/training, Nunan (1999) defines syllabus, as the _________ of a curriculum.

Syllabus is concerned with the _____, _____ and justification of experiential and linguistic content (Nunan, 1999).

• selection

• assessing

• sequencing

• revising