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Sheri Coughenour
In this project, you will learn how to create a visually appealing course syllabus in Libre Writer.
The key components of a course syllabus will be discussed. While adding these components to your document, you will use various features in Writer. You will apply styles, insert a bulleted list and a table to organize information, insert an image, and modify a table and image.
Included Universal design formatting tips will describe options to help make your document accessible to all learners.
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Syllabus
Key components of a course syllabus will be discussed and universal design formatting tips will be provided. While adding these components to create a syllabus, the styles, bullets, table, and picture features in Libre Writer will be used.
While adding these components to your document, you will use various features in Libre Writer to create an attractive course syllabus. You will apply styles, insert a bulleted list and a table to organize information, insert an image, and modify a table and image.
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Provides a strong foundation for beginners who want to create visually appealing syllabi in Libre Writer
Incorporates universal design formatting tips, ensuring accessibility for all learners
Specifically designed for use with Libre Writer, catering to those familiar with the software
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Review Libre Writer Features
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Familiarizing yourself with the features of Libre Writer will help you create a syllabus that is visually appealing and meets universal design standards.
Browse courses on
Libre Writer
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Explore the different menus and toolbars in Libre Writer.
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Practice using different text formatting options, such as font, size, and color.
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Insert an image and modify its properties.
Practice Using Libre Writer Styles
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Practicing using Libre Writer styles will help you create syllabuses that are visually appealing and easy to read.
Browse courses on
Libre Writer
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Create a new document in Libre Writer.
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Apply different styles to text, such as headings, body text, and lists.
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Modify the properties of styles, such as font, size, and color.
Watch Tutorials on Universal Design for Learning
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Watching tutorials on universal design for learning will help you create syllabuses that are accessible to all students, regardless of their learning styles or abilities.
Browse courses on
Universal Design for Learning
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Search for tutorials on universal design for learning on YouTube or other video sharing sites.
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Watch a few tutorials to learn about the principles of universal design for learning.
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Design a Syllabus Template
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Creating a syllabus template will help you save time and ensure that all of your syllabuses are consistent and meet universal design standards.
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Choose a template or create your own from scratch.
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Add the necessary sections to your template, such as course information, learning objectives, grading policies, and schedule.
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Format your template using styles, fonts, and colors that are consistent with your institution's branding.
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Test your template by creating a syllabus for a new course.
Peer Review of Syllabi
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Peer reviewing syllabi with other instructors will help you identify areas for improvement and ensure that your syllabuses are meeting the needs of your students.
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Find a colleague who is also teaching a course.
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Exchange syllabuses and provide feedback on each other's work.
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Revise your syllabus based on the feedback you received.
Create a Syllabus for a Course You Teach
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Creating a syllabus for a course you teach will help you apply the skills you learn in this course and ensure that your students have a clear understanding of what they need to do to succeed.
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Gather the necessary information, such as course title, course description, learning objectives, grading policies, and schedule.
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Use your syllabus template to create a draft syllabus.
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Review your syllabus with colleagues and students to get feedback.
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Finalize your syllabus and make it available to students.
Volunteer at a Local Literacy Center
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Volunteering at a local literacy center will help you gain a better understanding of the challenges that students face and how you can create syllabuses that are more effective.
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Literacy
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Find a local literacy center that you are interested in volunteering at.
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Contact the center and ask about volunteer opportunities.
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Complete any necessary training or orientation.
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Start volunteering and helping students with their reading and writing skills.
Review Libre Writer Features
Show steps
Familiarizing yourself with the features of Libre Writer will help you create a syllabus that is visually appealing and meets universal design standards.
Browse courses on
Libre Writer
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Explore the different menus and toolbars in Libre Writer.
- Practice using different text formatting options, such as font, size, and color.
- Insert an image and modify its properties.
Practice Using Libre Writer Styles
Show steps
Practicing using Libre Writer styles will help you create syllabuses that are visually appealing and easy to read.
Browse courses on
Libre Writer
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Create a new document in Libre Writer.
- Apply different styles to text, such as headings, body text, and lists.
- Modify the properties of styles, such as font, size, and color.
Watch Tutorials on Universal Design for Learning
Show steps
Watching tutorials on universal design for learning will help you create syllabuses that are accessible to all students, regardless of their learning styles or abilities.
Browse courses on
Universal Design for Learning
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Search for tutorials on universal design for learning on YouTube or other video sharing sites.
- Watch a few tutorials to learn about the principles of universal design for learning.
Four other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all seven activities
Design a Syllabus Template
Show steps
Creating a syllabus template will help you save time and ensure that all of your syllabuses are consistent and meet universal design standards.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Choose a template or create your own from scratch.
- Add the necessary sections to your template, such as course information, learning objectives, grading policies, and schedule.
- Format your template using styles, fonts, and colors that are consistent with your institution's branding.
- Test your template by creating a syllabus for a new course.
Peer Review of Syllabi
Show steps
Peer reviewing syllabi with other instructors will help you identify areas for improvement and ensure that your syllabuses are meeting the needs of your students.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find a colleague who is also teaching a course.
- Exchange syllabuses and provide feedback on each other's work.
- Revise your syllabus based on the feedback you received.
Create a Syllabus for a Course You Teach
Show steps
Creating a syllabus for a course you teach will help you apply the skills you learn in this course and ensure that your students have a clear understanding of what they need to do to succeed.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather the necessary information, such as course title, course description, learning objectives, grading policies, and schedule.
- Use your syllabus template to create a draft syllabus.
- Review your syllabus with colleagues and students to get feedback.
- Finalize your syllabus and make it available to students.
Volunteer at a Local Literacy Center
Show steps
Volunteering at a local literacy center will help you gain a better understanding of the challenges that students face and how you can create syllabuses that are more effective.
Browse courses on
Literacy
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find a local literacy center that you are interested in volunteering at.
- Contact the center and ask about volunteer opportunities.
- Complete any necessary training or orientation.
- Start volunteering and helping students with their reading and writing skills.
Career center
Learners who complete Create a Syllabus using Libre Writer will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Instructional Designer
Instructional Designer
Instructional Designers plan, develop, and evaluate instructional materials for educational institutions, businesses, and other organizations. This course provides a strong foundation in the principles of instructional design, including how to create accessible and engaging course materials. As an Instructional Designer, you will use your knowledge of learning theory and instructional design principles to create effective and efficient learning experiences.
Technical Writer
Technical Writer
Technical Writers create user manuals, technical reports, and other documentation for a variety of products and services. This course provides an overview of the key components of a course syllabus, including how to organize information using styles, bullets, and tables. As a Technical Writer, you will use your skills in organizing and presenting information to create clear and concise documentation.
Training Manager
Training Manager
Training Managers plan, develop, and implement training programs for employees in a variety of organizations. This course provides an overview of the key components of a course syllabus, including how to organize information using styles, bullets, and tables. As a Training Manager, you will use your skills in organizing and presenting information to create effective and efficient training programs.
Curriculum Developer
Curriculum Developer
Curriculum Developers design and develop educational programs for schools, colleges, and other organizations. The foundational knowledge you'll gain in syllabus creation sets the stage for your work as a Curriculum Developer, since it provides a strong foundation in the principles of instructional design, including how to create accessible and engaging course materials.
Learning and Development Specialist
Learning and Development Specialist
Learning and Development Specialists plan, develop, and implement training programs for employees in a variety of organizations. This course provides an overview of the key components of a course syllabus, including how to organize information using styles, bullets, and tables. As a Learning and Development Specialist, you will use your skills in organizing and presenting information to create effective and efficient training programs.
Instructional Coach
Instructional Coach
Instructional Coaches work with teachers to improve their teaching practices. This course provides a strong foundation in the principles of instructional design, including how to create accessible and engaging course materials. As an Instructional Coach, you will use your knowledge of learning theory and instructional design principles to help teachers create effective and efficient learning experiences.
Program Manager
Program Manager
Program Managers plan, develop, and implement programs for a variety of organizations. This course provides an overview of the key components of a course syllabus, including how to organize information using styles, bullets, and tables. As a Program Manager, you will use your skills in organizing and presenting information to create clear and concise program plans.
Human Resources Manager
Human Resources Manager
Human Resources Managers plan, develop, and implement human resources policies and programs for organizations. This course provides an overview of the key components of a course syllabus, including how to organize information using styles, bullets, and tables. As a Human Resources Manager, you will use your skills in organizing and presenting information to create clear and concise policies and programs.
Content Developer
Content Developer
Content Developers create and develop content for a variety of media, including websites, blogs, and social media. This course provides an introduction to the principles of instructional design, including how to create visually appealing and engaging content. As a Content Developer, you will use your skills in instructional design to create content that is effective and efficient.
E-Learning Developer
E-Learning Developer
E-Learning Developers create and develop online learning courses and programs. This course provides an overview of the key components of a course syllabus, including how to organize information using styles, bullets, and tables. As an E-Learning Developer, you will use your skills in organizing and presenting information to create effective and efficient online learning experiences.
User Experience Designer
User Experience Designer
User Experience Designers design and develop user interfaces for websites, apps, and other products. This course provides an introduction to the principles of instructional design, including how to create visually appealing and engaging content. As a User Experience Designer, you will use your skills in instructional design to create user interfaces that are easy to use and understand.
Information Architect
Information Architect
Information Architects design and organize information for websites, intranets, and other digital platforms. This course provides an overview of the key components of a course syllabus, including how to organize information using styles, bullets, and tables. As an Information Architect, you will use your skills in organizing and presenting information to create clear and concise information architectures.
Graphic designer
Graphic designer
Graphic Designers create and develop visual content for a variety of media, including websites, brochures, and social media. This course provides an introduction to the principles of instructional design, including how to create visually appealing and engaging content. As a Graphic Designer, you will use your skills in instructional design to create visual content that is effective and efficient.
Web Developer
Web Developer
Web Developers design and develop websites and web applications. This course provides an introduction to the principles of instructional design, including how to create visually appealing and engaging content. As a Web Developer, you will use your skills in instructional design to create websites and web applications that are effective and efficient.
Marketing Manager
Marketing Manager
Marketing Managers plan, develop, and implement marketing campaigns for a variety of organizations. This course provides an introduction to the principles of instructional design, including how to create visually appealing and engaging content. As a Marketing Manager, you will use your skills in instructional design to create marketing campaigns that are effective and efficient.
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Is the definitive guide to LaTeX, a typesetting system that is widely used for creating scientific and technical documents. It provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of LaTeX, from basic syntax to advanced features such as creating tables, figures, and bibliographies. This book is particularly useful for students and researchers who need to create high-quality documents for their work.
Comprehensive guide to LibreOffice Writer, a free and open-source word processor. It provides a detailed explanation of all the features of LibreOffice Writer, and it is perfect for students and researchers who want to learn more about LibreOffice Writer.
Provides a guide to online education.
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Companion to LaTeX: A Document Preparation System and provides a wealth of additional information and examples. It valuable resource for users of LaTeX at all levels, from beginners to experienced users. This book is particularly useful for students and researchers who want to learn more about LaTeX.
Provides a practical guide to creating and managing online courses. Covers topics such as course design, instructional strategies, and assessment. This book valuable resource for anyone who is involved in the development or delivery of online courses.
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Companion to The Book of LaTeX and provides a wealth of additional information and examples. It valuable resource for users of LaTeX at all levels, from beginners to experienced users. This book is particularly useful for students and researchers who want to learn more about LaTeX.
Comprehensive guide to Microsoft Word, a popular word processor. It provides a detailed explanation of all the features of Microsoft Word, and it is perfect for students and researchers who want to learn more about Microsoft Word.
Provides a practical guide to surviving and thriving as an online teacher.
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Provides strategies for student success in online courses.
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Provides a strong foundation for beginners who want to create visually appealing syllabi in Libre Writer
Incorporates universal design formatting tips, ensuring accessibility for all learners
Specifically designed for use with Libre Writer, catering to those familiar with the software
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