EDUC 5312/3315-Curriculum and Instructional Design

Classroom Observation Assignment

Observation Form 1
Observation Date: __3/8/2016_______ Observation Time: __12:15pm______________
Teacher Observed: ________________________ Subject/Grade Level__10__________
School Observed: ________H.S Advancement__________ Observer: __Benjamin I. Abraham_

1-What was/were the learning objectives/outcomes of the lesson? (Add state objectives if
known, for example, TEKS 111.4. Grade 2.b.)

2-How did the teacher begin and end the lesson?

Began with a quick review and summary of the lesson

3-What did the teacher use for teaching materials or instructional aids/equipment?
The use of a projector and Microsoft power-point as well as a map.
4-Which instructional methods and strategies did the teacher use? ( lecture, inquiry,
discovery learning, discussions, games or simulations, demonstrations, cooperative learning,
integration of technology, socrative questioning, etc)
Lecture and discussions
5-How did the teacher assess learning? (informal, formal, formative, summative, oral, openended, quiz, feedback etc) See Chapter 8 for more information on assessment methods
Oral, formal assessments. Used open ended questions to lead discussions and gave
feedback to participants.
6- What can you say about the teachers philosophy/beliefs and style?
(Traditional/progressive, behaviorist, student-centered vs. teacher centered, authoritative etc)
Very lucid, the use of humor to maintain student attention/ Behaviorist and teacher
centerd. As the vast majority of the instructional time was lecture.
7-How does the teacher manage classroom? Can you identify classroom management
techniques used? Authoritative

8-Observe in the classroom setting and determine types of behavior students play when offtask. What do they do when they are not paying attention? How does the teacher re-direct
them or get them back on task?
A student fell asleep constantly having to be awoken. Upon the reawakening of the said
student, involvement and attempted to include him in participating in discussions.
9-How does the teacher communicate with students (verbal, vocal, meta-verbal or non-verbal
communication such as facial, body language, use of space, motion and time?)
Verbal as well as with active body motion/ language
10-Who were the students in the class? What did you notice about them? (Background,
diversity, attitude, motivation, interaction, participation, etc)
Highly diverse group of students who were excited to learn due to the instructors active
energy.
11-What did you see that is effective in engaging students? What do you see that is
ineffective in keeping students engaged?
Humor and questioning demonstrated effectiveness in the active classroom.
12-What are the two instructional strategies you observed and would like to apply in your
classroom?
Student centered learning and the constant feedback throughout the discussions to allow
self growth. The use of maps and media to maintain the students attention, using various forms
of media allowed for gaining attention of various learning styles.
13-What are two important classroom management strategies that you observed and would
like to apply in your classroom?
Classroom seating was in a manner that promoted discussions as well clear vision to the
board for lecture. Used classroom/peers to guide lesson to ensure active participation.

EDUC 5312/3315-Curriculum and Instructional Design

Classroom Observation Assignment
Observation Form 2
Observation Date: __3/8/2016______________

Observation Time:____12:15pm_____

Teacher Observed:______________________ Subject/Grade Level: __10__

School Observed: ___H.S. Advancement__________ Observer:_Benjamin I. Abraham__
For the things you observed, place a check. Please explain further about the checked item
directly below the particular section. Provide overall comments and reflections at the end.
STUDENT BEHAVIOR (MAJORITY OF STUDENTS):
_____ On Task _____ Off Task _____ Engaged ___ Learning Successfully
Explain: The majority of the classroom fully participated in the classroom discussion as well
actively answered questions with in depth explanations.

TEACHER STRATEGIES OBSERVED:

___ Modeling

____ Question/Answer

_____ Lecture

___ Monitoring Groups

____ Listening

____ Problem Solving

_____ Evaluating

_____ Reading To Students

____ Modifying

____ Integrating Content ____ Guiding Cooperative Groups

___ Other _ _____________________

Explain: Allowed for classroom discussions as well as guided their answers when incorrectly
answered.

TEACHING MATERIALS BEING USED:

____ Manipulatives

____ Workbooks

___ Overhead Projector

____ Smart Board

_____ Chalkboard

____ Maps

____ Computer

____ Projector

_____ Books

____ Other Audio Visuals

____ None

_____ Other __________________________________________________________________

Explain: Used the maps to illustrate the involved countries of the lesson. Used the rest to
display the lecture.

TYPE OF STUDENT GROUPING:

____ Small Groups

_____ Whole Group

_____ Pairs

_____ Individuals

Explain:
TYPE OF STUDENT ACTIVITY:
__ Worksheet ____ Listening _____ Writing _____ Reading

_____ Performing

___ Journaling

___ Discussing _____ Centers _____ Homework _____ Research

___ Investigation

_____ Laboratory

_____ Using Technology

___ Other ______________________________________________________________

Explain: Read the topics of discussion from the lecture and discussed it.

MANAGEMENT/DISCIPLINE:
____ Stated Expectations for Behavior

_____ Positive Reinforcement

____ Redirection of Inappropriate Behavior

____ Encouragement of Students

_____ Self-disciplined Students

_____ Effective Time Management

_____

Materials Ready

_____

Enthusiasm for Teaching/Learning

Explain: Maintained the students on topic as well as involved the sudent that was falling asleep.

OVERALL COMMENTS AND REFLECTIONS:

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