Who do I ask for help?
Lisa Shoen - Department Operations Specialist lmshoen@syr.edu
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- Course content
- Student concerns and issues during the semester
- Course, department, and university policies
Where do I find help with my course
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Blackboard site?
/wiki/spaces/CODL44/pages/155288211
Why can't I find/access my current course Blackboard site?
- Make sure you have been issued a NetID and SU email
- Make sure that you are listed as an instructor for the course - check with Lisa
- Courses are made available about 5-6 weeks before the start of the semester
What information should I have on my syllabus and where should I submit it?
All undergraduate and graduate courses
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Syllabi should be submitted here at least one week prior to the first class session. All instructors should post their syllabus on their Blackboard course site.
What are the department's absence and missed assignment/exam policies?
- There is no departmental policy regarding make-up exams or assignments. In general, specific course policies about missed assignments/exams due to absence are up to the instructor and should be clearly stated on your syllabus.
- Types of absence and absence notifications are described here.https://experience.syracuse.edu/student-outreach/student-support/absence-notifications/#s:frequently-asked-questions. Instructors may require an absence notification (received through OrangeSuccess) for extended absences for make-up exam/assignment eligibility or due date extensions.
- Final exam dates should be on the syllabus from the beginning of the semester (available in MySlice and here). Final dates/times should NOT be changed. Students will not be excused from scheduled finals for reasons other than documented illness/emergency absences. If an incomplete is needed due to an emergency situation, please contact the department. Students who are graduating cannot take incompletes- contact the department chair.
What are the academic dates and deadlines?
Five year academic calendar 2020-2025
How do I submit my grades?
Midterm grade departmental deadlines - courses with graduate students only
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