Guidelines for writing a syllabus for an Honors course
Below are some general items that should be placed in a syllabus for an Honors course. Please let Dr. Flynn know if you have any questions.
- Students should be aware that there are going to be higher expectations for Honors students
- Some mechanism for taking attendance should be in place so that absences can be documented. Excessive absences in Honors courses can lead to removal from the Honors Program.
- Any issues concerning student performance, behavior or participation will be documented
- A statement needs to be placed in the syllabus that Honors students will abide by the requirements set forth in the Honors Student Handbook which includes the following:
- Attending Honors courses on a consistent basis
- Drop policy
- Retaking Honors courses
- Removal from the Honors Program