Course Approval Process
The course syllabus is developed by the initiator and instructor with input and assistance from the PDE Director and the Assistant for Administration and Public Relations. All syllabi of proposed PDE courses are reviewed by the Professional Development Director for essential and adherence to policies outlined above. Once the standards of the initial review are met, the syllabus is reviewed by the School of Education, Health and Human Performance Administrative Council, which is made up of the Dean of the School of Education, Health and Human Performance and the Chairs of each Department. All syllabi are requested to be submitted electronically via e-mail to granthame@cofc.edu Administrative Council normally meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month and syllabus and instructor approvals are normally submitted on the first and third Thursday of each month. This is done via e-mail so that the Council members will come prepared to approve or make suggestions for revisions.
The Council examines the course description, purpose, objectives/standards, content, learning activities, assessment, rubrics, and grading to determine whether graduate credit will be awarded for the proposed PDE course through the College of Charleston. Much care should be given to developing a course that is meaningful but has rigor. Specifics and detail of expectations are encouraged. A rubric for each assessment is required.
Office of Professional Development
in Education
Bell Building, Room 304
81 St. Philip Street
Charleston, SC 29401
843.953.7651
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