WorksheetsWhat is a syllabus
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 9mins
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 (a) of a curriculum.
Syllabus is concerned with the _____, _____ and justification of experiential and linguistic content (Nunan, 1999).
selection
assessing
sequencing
revising
