Academic Policies at SPS
Academic policies are reviewed and approved by the Committee on Instruction (COI), formerly the Academic Excellence Committee (AEC). Below please find links to the current SPS academic policies.
Adding Observers to Online Course Platforms such as Canvas Policy
Class Cancellation Due to Inclement Weather or Emergencies Policy
Course and Program Change Revisions Policy (Fall 2021)
Course Support Policy - Adding Associates or Teaching Assistants
SPS Final Exam & Study Day Policy (rev. 02.14.2023)
Office Hours Policy (Updated for Fall 2023)
Recording Class Sessions Policy
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidance (September 2023)
COI Resources
Below please find useful documents related to academic policies and COI processes.
Online & Hybrid Course Development Policy for Graduate Programs
Curriculum Management & Course Proposals Process Flow (Spring 2022)
Course Review & Approval Grid (Fall 2021)
New & Existing Course Change Roadmap (Fall 2021)
SPS Course Development Syllabus Narrative Cover Page (effective Fall 2023)
Example SPS Syllabus (Fall 2021)
Course Management User Guide (Office of the Registrar)
SPS Course Management Job Aid (January 2023)
SPS Program Curriculum Committee Policy & Operating Guidelines (Fall 2023)
SPS Committee on Instruction (COI) Operating Guidelines (Fall 2022)