Simple Syllabus
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.
Access Simple Syllabus
All UA faculty and students can access Simple Syllabus through a Blackboard course or login with your myBama username and password at https://ua.simplesyllabus.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Syllabus content and status reports
Contact the University Office of the Registrar for the following:
- Status reports regarding syllabus status are available for administrators
- Issues with template information and requests for corrections
Learn about Simple Syllabus
CIT offers workshops, webinars, and individual and group training on Simple Syllabus and other UA instructional technologies.
On-Demand Info Session
View a Simple Syllabus Information session (11:12) by Dr. Rachel Thompson
Join or register for a CIT workshop/webinar
Get help through email or a one-on-one appointment.
Simple Syllabus Support
Submit a help request or explore step-by-step guides, videos, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Submit a Help Request
Ask questions via our online support form
- Getting Started with Simple Syllabus
- Add a syllabus link to your Blackboard Original course
- Add a syllabus link to your Blackboard Ultra course
More information in our self-service library of guides for instructors
Frequently asked questions