Clemson Resources

Clemson University now uses Simple Syllabus, a syllabus tool embedded in all Canvas course shells. Per university policy, all syllabi must be created in this system and will be automatically stored in the new centralized repository. 

According to Clemson Online, “Simple Syllabus is a centralized syllabus repository system that uses templates to ensure instructors include required syllabus information, such as mandatory Clemson University policies, while making it easy to add and edit course content.” 

Key Benefits 

• Required university, college, and department information is pre‑loaded and automatically updated in the template. 

• Syllabi are automatically uploaded from Canvas to the Simple Syllabus repository, where past syllabi can be accessed. 

• You may add in more than the required pieces, including visuals and other elements. In fact, OTEI can help you with ideas for how to make the most of this new application. 

For training and support, visit Clemson Online’s resources and watch the introductory training video.

• AI at Clemson is the landing page for all information regarding AI guidelines and products in use at Clemson.
• Wondering how much AI to integrate into your course? Visit Clemson Resources on Teaching with AI for information from OTEI, Libraries, and other units, and on the new university-side project TEACH-AI: Teaching Exploration and Community Hub for AI.
• Consult Clemson's 2025 guide on how to write your AI statement. This guide provides four examples that you can adopt or revise, as compatible with the university's requirement for adding an AI statement to your syllabus.
• Need direction for graduate-level use of AI in teaching and research? See this statement from the Graduate School.