observing a teacher for student centered practice
Pre-Observation Checklist
During Observation Checklist
- Watch for nonverbal cues and body language
- Take note of tone of voice and language used
- Observe how the teacher responds to student questions and comments
- Look for active participation vs passive listening
- Monitor how many students are actively involved
- Take note of any group work or collaborative activities
- Observe if students are setting their own goals
- Look for instances of student choice in assignments
- Note if students are encouraged to reflect on their own learning
- Look for group work or partner activities
- Observe if students are encouraged to share ideas
- Take note of how the teacher facilitates discussions
- Observe if technology is integrated purposefully
- Look for use of multimedia resources
- Note if students have access to online platforms for learning
- Observe if different modalities are used (visual, auditory, kinesthetic)
- Look for differentiation in assignments
- Note if the teacher adapts instruction based on student needs
- Observe if individualized learning plans are used
- Look for opportunities for students to pursue their interests
- Note if students are given choices in how they demonstrate learning
- Observe if students have options in assignments
- Look for opportunities for student-led projects
- Note if students are involved in setting learning goals
- Look for gradual release of responsibility
- Observe if teacher provides support as needed
- Note if teacher models strategies for students
- Observe if accommodations are provided
- Look for modifications in assignments
- Note if teacher differentiates instruction for specific students
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