Simple Syllabus Support Overview
Simple Syllabus is A-State’s official platform for creating, managing, and publishing course syllabi. It provides a consistent, accessible, and centralized system that ensures compliance with university and accreditation standards. By using Simple Syllabus, instructors can:
- Save time with pre-populated course information from Banner and Canvas.
- Maintain consistency across departments with standardized templates.
- Improve student access to syllabi through the A-State Syllabus Library.
- Support institutional reporting and accreditation requirements.
? Syllabus Library
- Fall 2024 and beyond: Available in the A-State Syllabus Library.
- Fall 2017–Summer 2024: Request from the Office of Accreditation and Assessment.
- Older syllabi: Not stored by the Office of Accreditation and Assessment.
Note: Syllabus templates are determined by college deans and department chairs in conjunction with the Office of Accreditation and Assessment.
? Troubleshooting
- Error on Opening Course: Enable third-party cookies.
- Schedule Not Updating:
- Check Canvas assignments; Simple syncs daily.
- Use Reset if the connection was broken.
- Missing Course or Account: Contact your admin.
? Training Video
Arkansas State University Simple Syllabus Training
A demonstration of Simple Syllabus for the faculty and staff of Arkansas State University.
For One-on-One or Group Training, please make a request through the Office of Accreditation and Assessment.
? Additional Online Resources
- Submit a request - Contact Simple Syllabus
- Instructor Knowledge Base - Find quick answers to frequent Instructor questions when using Simple Syllabus.
- Simple Watch – Browse and watch helpful videos to get the most out of Simple Syllabus
? Downloadable Guide
Instructor Editing Guide – ASU Jonesboro (DOCX)
A detailed guide for editing and managing syllabi in Simple Syllabus.
ℹ️Related Knowledge Base Pages
- Editing & Managing Your Syllabus
- Assessment Manual
- Canvas for Educators
Tip: For accessibility, always use the built-in editor in Simple Syllabus instead of pasting formatted text.
? Contact for Help
Office of Accreditation & Assessment
Contact: Kevin Hennings, Assistant Director of Accreditation
? Email:khennings@AState.edu
? Phone: (870) 972-2989
? Dean B. Ellis Library, Room 610