Field Experience: Observation Form

Methods and Materials Atlanta Public Schools ESOL Endorsement 2012-2013 Your Name: Daphne Snowden Teacher: Teacher 1 Date of Observation: 4/18/13 School: Slater Elementary Start Time: 12:00PM End Time: 12:30PM Subject: ELA/Writing (Realistic Fiction) Grade Level: 1st Number of Students in Class: 22 Class Profile: Student Centered/Interactive * Note any unusual circumstances that might affect this lesson. Describe teachers introduction of lesson (goals stated, method of setting context, readiness of materials/equipment, etc.)

Describe instructional strategies (direct instruction, independent seatwork, questioning, discussion, experimental, project-based, reading, etc.). Include any use of technology, resources, materials.

In this lesson, students were to write a story. Students were instructed to write a fictional story using real people they know. Teacher 1 started the lesson on the carpet with the accompaniment of the Artists Story flipchart. She gave the premise of the story in a very animated way acting out characters and engaging students through questioning. There was a combination of strategies used during this lesson. It started with direct instruction, which led to a discussion about what their stories would be about. The promethean board was used to model for students and to map out the story elements. Teacher 1 transitioned from direct instruction to centers. Students went to their assigned tables, and began the writing process. They used graphic organizers to guide their work. They also drew pictures to accompany their stories. Students thoroughly enjoyed the lesson, especially when it was time to break off into centers. They enjoyed it so much that there were several sighs and expressions of disappointment when it was time to transition to the next subject. Teacher 1 monitored students by walking around, observing students work, and by asking questions. The content was relevant for students, and since they were able to use characters that were people they actually knew, it seemed easier for them to make connections and complete the activity. The overall approach to the lesson was interactive and student-centered. Students were engaged throughout the entire lesson.

Describe the reactions of students to this lesson (level of engagement, level of interest, etc.). How did the teacher assess student understanding? List specific strengths observed during this lesson.

Based on the work samples observed, students truly understood the lesson. Suggestions for improvement Students were thoroughly engaged, but extremely based on observation of this overactive. Therefore, my suggestion would be to address lesson and course unwanted behaviors immediately, consistently, and knowledge. follow through with whatever consequences every time. Other than that, the lesson was excellent. Additional comments from During our post observation dialogue, I shared how post observation dialogue impressed I was with the lesson and pointed out the many with mentor or teacher strategies Id love to implement in my own classroom. observed. Teacher 1 also inquired about some class management tips, so I shared some of my methods and invited Teacher 1 to observe my class anytime to observe my classroom management strategies.

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Daphne N. Snowden Methods & Materials Observation 1 Summary March 18, 2013

Teacher Observation
In this lesson, students were to write a story. Students were instructed to write a fictional story using real people they know. Teacher 1 started the lesson on the carpet with the accompaniment of the Artists Story flipchart. She gave the premise of the story in a very animated way acting out characters and engaging students through questioning. There was a combination of strategies used during this lesson. It started with direct instruction, which led to a discussion about what their stories would be about. The promethean board was used to model for students and to map out the story elements.

Teacher 1 transitioned from direct instruction to centers. Students went to their assigned tables, and began the writing process. They used graphic organizers to guide their work. They also drew pictures to accompany their stories. Teacher 1 monitored students by walking around, observing students work, and by asking questions. The
content was relevant for students, and since they were able to use characters that were people they actually knew, it seemed easier for them to make connections and complete the activity. The overall approach to the lesson was interactive and student-centered. Students were engaged throughout the entire lesson.

Based on the work samples observed, students truly understood the lesson. Students were thoroughly engaged, but extremely overactive. Therefore, my suggestion would be to address unwanted behaviors immediately, consistently, and follow through with whatever consequences every time. Other than that, the lesson was excellent.

During our post observation dialogue, I shared how impressed I was with the lesson and pointed out the many strategies Id love to implement in my own classroom. Teacher 1 also inquired about some class management tips, so I shared some of my methods and invited Teacher 1 to observe my class anytime to observe my classroom management strategies.

Date: April 18, 2013

SIOP OBSERVATION FORM Teacher/Subject/Grade: Teacher 1 / ELA / 1st Grade

SIOP Features (Check those observed) Content Objective posted Content Objective: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to write a short story with a beginning, middle, and end.

Language Objective posted

Language Objective: N/A

Key vocab. posted/highlighted Preparation Adaptation of content Links to background Links to past learning Strategies incorporated

Key Vocabulary: story, plot, main character, setting, conflict, sentence, paragraph, chapter Scaffolding Group Options

Modeling Whole class Guided practice Small groups Independent practice Partners Comprehensible input Independent Multiple opportunities Comments: There was a combination of strategies used during this lesson. It started with direct instruction, which led to a discussion about what their stories would be about. The promethean board was used to model for students and to map out the story elements. The content was relevant for students, and since they are able to use characters that were people they actually knew, it seemed easier for them to make connections and complete the activity

Integration of Processes Reading Writing Speaking Listening

Application Hands-on Meaningful Linked to objectives Promotes engagement

Assessment Individual Group Written Oral

Comments: I thoroughly enjoyed observing this lesson. Teacher 1 is an awesome teacher. The strategies she used were just right for the content being taught, and her animated presentation was just the touch needed to keep all of her students attention.

Lesson Delivery Were the students engaged approximately 90-100% of the time? Explain briefly: Students were engaged approximately 100% of the time. The activities were very interactive, and the strategies used captured the students attention. When the time came for centers, students were so engaged that they were disappointed when it was time to transition to the next lesson.