Simple Syllabus is UA’s online syllabus platform.
Simple Syllabus populates section information and materials, as well as instructor information, from other UA systems, such as CourseLeaf and Banner.
Which courses must have a published syllabus?
All sections MUST have a published syllabus, including independent study, thesis, dissertation, internship, and other sections that may not have posted a syllabus in the past.
When is the publishing deadline for syllabi?
The University of Alabama Syllabus Policy calls for section instructors to publish a syllabus in the online syllabus management tool (Simple Syllabus) on or before the first day the class meets.
Where does the syllabus' course information come from?
Section information including instructor and course materials, is imported into Simple Syllabus from Banner and CourseLeaf CIM overnight and appears in Simple the following day.
Are UA policies included in each syllabus?
Yes. Pertinent institutional policies and guidelines will be included on the syllabus by default. Instructors can edit a section syllabus from within a Blackboard course or directly in Simple Syllabus and are able to see how extensively students have explored the syllabus.
exclamationDo not publish on behalf of another instructor
Course leaders, instructional designers, college/departmental administrators, and administrative assistants should not publish syllabi on behalf of instructors.
Simple Syllabus Resources
Visit the CIT Knowledge Base for step-by-step guides, videos, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Explore our self-service resources for instructors
Frequently asked questions
Syllabus content and status reports
Contact the University Office of the Registrar for the following:
- Issues with template information and requests for corrections
- Status reports regarding syllabus status are available for administrators
Simple Syllabus Workshops and Webinars
CIT offers workshops, webinars, and individual and group training on Simple Syllabus and other UA instructional technologies.
View an On-Demand Recording
Simple Syllabus Information session (11:12) by Dr. Rachel Thompson.
Register for a Simple Syllabus session
Request a one-on-one appointment
