Formal Teacher Observation

Observation Information

General information pertaining to the observation

Teacher*

First Last

The name of the teacher being observed

Department*

Observer*

First Last

The name of the person doing the observation (i.e., yourself)

Observer's email address*

Class (Course # / Section)*

The course number for the class you are observing (e.g., B271)

Number of students*

The number of students present in the class being observed

Date of observation*

The date of the observation

Length of observation*

The length of the observation (in minutes)

Pre-conference held?*

Yes
No

Was a pre-conference held with the teacher being observed?

Listing of content and teaching/learning activities contained in the lesson:*

Classroom Environment

Greets students as they enter the classroom*

Has handouts/materials organized and available (if needed)*

Room arrangement and environment is appropriate*

Agenda and homework clearly posted*

Comments*

Enter comments regarding classroom environment

Student Activity

Individual students working alone*

Small groups working together*

Student movement during class*

Student presentations*

Students using technology*

Students receive individual feedback and opportunities for revision*

Respectful interactions observed*

Comments*

Enter comments regarding student activity

Instructional Delivery

Provides and refers to written agenda at beginning of class*

Defines new terms, concepts, and principles, and relates them to familiar concepts*

Presents clear, relevant, "real world" examples*

Provides visual aids related to class objectives*

Presents material in a logical sequence*

Manages and integrates technology in delivery of instruction*

Speaks clearly and audibly with intonation*

Shows enthusiasm for subject and teaching*

Addresses student misconduct promptly and appropriately*

Varies instruction for different learning styles*

Summarizes major points at conclusion of class*

Holds and communicates high expectations for all students*

Uses a variety of activities*

Indicates how materials will be assessed*

Encourages students to use problem-solving skills/critical thinking*

Demonstrates thorough knowledge of content*

Asks students to synthesize and organize ideas, information, and experiences in a new way*

Asks students to apply theories or concepts to practical problems in new situations*

Comments*

Enter comments regarding instructional delivery

Professional Conduct

Respects student opinions and suggestions*

Welcomes students' questions in a positive manner*

Communicates openness and genuine interest in students*

Dresses and behaves in a manner that serves as a positive role model*

Comments*

Enter comments regarding professional conduct

Questioning Techniques

Provides ample time for student processing of questions*

Asks probing questions for formative assessment*

Asks students to repeat important facts, ideas, or methods*

Comments*

Enter comments regarding questioning techniques

Post-Conference

Post-conference held?*

Yes
No

Was a post-conference held?

Date of post-conference (if held)

Summary of post-conference (if held)

Summary

Instructor's major strengths*

Suggestions for improving instruction*

Did the lesson reflect any of the goals in the teacher's professional growth plan?*

If the lesson did not reflect any of the goals in the teacher's professional growth plan, what progress was reported in reaching those goals?

Observer Signature

Date Signed

Teacher Signature

Date Signed