The syllabus can set the tone for student success and ensure students are comfortable with the class from the first day. A complete and well-formed syllabus makes clear the objectives, requirements and expectations, eliminating some anxiety for students. They also learn the course requirements and expectations, and how their learning will be assessed. Objectives stated in the syllabus provide a sense of relevance to students, and including course (or campus) policies on grading and assignments makes students partially responsible for their own success.
