A syllabus refers to a detailed planning document that describes the teaching objectives, teaching contents, teaching methods and teaching evaluation methods of an educational institution or course. The syllabus is a standardized document, which stipulates all aspects of teaching, including teaching content, teaching methods and teaching evaluation methods. It provides guidance for teachers and students to help them better complete their teaching tasks.

The syllabus is usually formulated by educational institutions or curriculum authorities, and then implemented by teachers and students. The formulation of syllabus usually needs to go through many links, including demand analysis, teaching content design, teaching method evaluation and so on. The purpose of making the syllabus is to improve the teaching quality and provide students with a better educational experience. For example, the motor vehicle driver training program.