Teaching & Learning
Simple Syllabus at USF
USF is launching Simple Syllabus to make the syllabus process easier, more consistent, and more student-centered. This platform saves faculty time by automatically populating essential course and policy information, while still allowing customization for individual classes.
Integrated directly with Canvas, Simple Syllabus offers seamless access, supports clear communication, enhances the student experience, and strengthens our commitment to academic excellence.
Review Innovative Education's Simple Syllabus technical guides and training materials
For additional assistance, email the support team or .
Simple Syllabus Training Schedule
Links and calendar invitations will be emailed to college faculty for the appropriate
training. If you have not received a link and your training is coming up, please email the support team.
| College | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Judy Genshaft Honors College | 2/5/2026 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
| College of Arts & Sciences | 2/5/2026 2/6/2026 2/10/2026 2/11/2026 |
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 10:00 am - 11:00 am 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
| Muma College of Business |
2/5/2026 |
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
| Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing | 2/6/2026 | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
| College of Education | 2/9/2026 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am |
|
College of Engineering |
2/11/2026 2/11/2026 |
11:00 am -12:00 pm 4:00 pm -5:00 pm |
| Morsani College of Medicine | 2/10/2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
| College of Behavioral & Community Sciences | 2/11/2026 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
| College of Design, Art & Performance | 2/6/2026 | 10:00 am -11:00 am |
| Patel College of Global Sustainability | 2/10/2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
| College of Marine Science | 2/11/2026 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Simple Syllabus FAQs
When are we expected to use Simple Syllabus?
All USF syllabi must be in Simple Syllabus starting Summer 2026.
Simple Syllabus is new to me. Where can I get help and support in using this?
- Each college will have a dedicated training session to train faculty on Simple Syllabus.
- Additional support is available via email or one-on-one via MS Teams. You can email the support team or , and someone will follow up with you.
Do I have to use Simple Syllabus?
Yes, Simple Syllabus is the university’s system of record for course syllabi across all USF courses.
Why are we using Simple Syllabus?
Simple Syllabus streamlines syllabus creation, supports compliance, and provides a standardized format that makes it easy for students to review.
I don’t have access to Simple Syllabus yet, can I see what it looks like so I can start thinking about my syllabi?
- All faculty members at USF have access to the Simple Syllabus platform using their USF NETID. You can take a preview of how the syllabus editing in Simple Syllabus looks as soon as a course is assigned to you from the summer 2026 onwards.
- You can also download a PDF of what a USF syllabi looks like and the content needed here.