A liquid syllabus helps ensure that students begin a course feeling supported by their instructor--before the course even begins.

Key elements for building a liquid syllabus


A liquid syllabus helps ensure that students begin a course feeling supported by their instructor

Key points:

  • A liquid syllabus is to provide students with an equitable intro to the course
  • See article: Reimagining oral assessment in the age of AI
  • See article: The case for equity-centered design
  • For more news on course construction, visit eCN's Teaching & Learning page

As instructors work to build more equitable and humanizing online learning environments for students, one concept gaining traction in higher education is the liquid syllabus. A liquid syllabus can be defined as a humanizing element that ensures students start a course feeling supported by their instructor. It should be a compelling motivator for students to effectively engage with the course materials before the course even begins.

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