DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION STUDENT TEACHING OBSERVATION REPORT

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STUDENT TEACHER:		OBSERVER:
CLASS PERIOD:		SCHOOL:
CLASSROOM TEACHER:		GRADE:
DATE:		DATE OF NEXT OBSERVATION:

Assignment check in notebook: ___ Lesson Plans___ Record Keeping___ Reflections___ Ideas___ Other:

PLANNING INSTRUCTION:  Plans instruction based on knowledge of subject, students, community, and curriculum

• clear objectives for instruction;
• assessment linked to objectives;
• addresses differentiated learning;
• appropriate lesson planning;
• is prepared to teach;
• shows creativity in lesson design and materials.                                                              

 

 

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES: Employs a range of instructional strategies that promote student learning

• Good anticipatory set;
• Conveys purpose of instruction;
• Uses variety of instructional resources;
• Nurtures critical thinking/problem solving skills;
• Uses variety of teaching strategies;
• Uses media technology effectively;
• Has good transitions;
• Makes directions and expectations clear;
• Follows a logical sequence in instruction;
• Paces lesson well;
• Includes closure.

 

                                                                                                                                                                                        

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: Structures positive learning environments that promote interaction, engagement, and self motivation                   

• Helps students work productively and cooperatively;
• Maintains positive classroom environment;
• Uses a variety of motivational strategies;
• Encourages student engagement;
• Organizes and manages time, space and activities;
• Provides clear, appropriate behavioral expectations;
• Employs strategies to encourage or support appropriate behavior;
• Establishes relationships with all students.

 

 

ASSESSMENT: Uses formal/informal assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and plan future work

• Implements self-assessment activities for students;
• Uses appropriate assessment tools;
• Assessment verifies student learning.

 

STUDENT LEARNING: Understands student learning and development and teaches accordingly

• Uses developmentally appropriate instruction;
• Links new ideas to prior knowledge.

 

 

 

DIVERSE LEARNERS: Recognizes student differences in background, experience, ability, and learning style and teaches accordingly

• Uses strategies to support students whose first language is not English;
• Allows for different learning styles, abilities, cultures, genders and experiences;
• Fosters respect for individual difference.

 

 

 

COMMUNICATION: Uses effective communication to foster student learning                                                                                                                        

• Communicates clearly and effectively;
• Effectively facilitates discussion.

 

 

SUBJECT MATTER: Understands subject matter and makes it meaningful for students                                                                            

• Grasps central concepts of the discipline;
• Creates meaningful learning experience.

 

 

 

REFLECTION & PROFESSIONAL DEV'T: Functions as a reflective practitioner who evaluates choices and makes              
decisions / plans for professional development based on reflection

• Uses self-assessment and problem solving strategies to improve teaching.

 

 

 

 

COLLABORATION, ETHICS & RELATIONSHIPS: Interacts with families, colleagues, and community to promote student learning            

• Works collaboratively with school personnel;
• Is ethical and professional in practice.

 

 

SUMMARY-- Assumes a leadership role in classroom; Meets expectations of college supervisor; Meets expectations of cooperating teacher.

 

 

                                                                                                  

 

Strengths:

 

 

 

 

 

Target areas for next observation:

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