Reading a Syllabus
Skill: Academic Scanning.
Learn to find grading policies, prerequisites, and schedules in course documents.
Academic Vocabulary
PrerequisiteNoun
លក្ខខណ្ឌតម្រូវ/ˌpriːˈrek.wə.zɪt/
A class you must complete before taking another class.
AssessmentNoun
ការវាយតម្លៃ/əˈses.mənt/
Methods used to grade students (exams, quizzes, projects).
AttendanceNoun
វត្តមាន/əˈten.dəns/
The action of being present at a place (like class).
PlagiarismNoun
ការលួចចម្លងស្នាដៃ/ˈpleɪ.dʒɚ.ɪ.zəm/
Using someone else's work or ideas as your own.
DeadlineNoun
កាលកំណត់/ˈded.laɪn/
The latest time or date by which something should be completed.
Doc 1: Psychology 101
Tip: Hover over the "Weeks" to see the specific topics.
Prerequisites
None. This is an entry-level course open to all.
Grading Breakdown
| Final Exam | 40% |
| Midterm Project | 30% |
| Weekly Quizzes | 30% |
Schedule
Week 1: Foundations
Week 2: Bio-Psychology
Week 3: Cognition
1. Which assignment is worth the most (40%)?
2. What topic is covered in Week 2? (Hover to check)
Doc 2: Computer Science 202
Prerequisites
Must have completed CS-101 (Intro to Coding) with a grade of C or higher.
Attendance Policy
Attendance is mandatory. Missing more than 3 classes will result in failure.
Schedule
Week 1: Linear Structures
Week 2: Non-Linear
3. Can a new student take CS-202 immediately?
4. What happens if you miss 4 classes?