Springfield College Pre-Practicum/Practicum Observation Form

Detailed Lesson Plan Available: YES__x__ NO_____

Candidate Grade Observer Bill Whigham Date 12/6/16
I. Well-Structured Lessons (I.A.4)
- Develops well-structured lessons with
challenging, measurable objectives
- Uses appropriate student engagement
strategies that are motivational
- Pacing, sequencing, transitions good
- Uses appropriate materials, equipment,
resources and technology
- Uses thoughtful grouping strategies
II. Adjustment to Practice (I.B.2)
- Organizes and analyzes informal/formal
assessment results; determines progress
toward intended outcomes and implements
differentiated interventions and
enhancements (extensions) for students
(when planning & during lesson)
- Uses results of assessments to make
adjustments and provide appropriate
corrective/specific feedback
III. Meeting Diverse Needs (II.A.3)
- Uses tiered instruction/scaffolds based on
student needs, interests, levels of readiness
- Uses appropriate strategies for teaching
students with disabilities and ELLs
- Uses strategies/practices that affirm and
demonstrate respect for differences
- Responds appropriately to
misunderstandings based on differences in
backgrounds, languages and identities

IV. Safe Learning Environment (II.B.1)

- Uses rituals and routines that create and
maintain a safe physical and intellectual
environment
- Uses appropriate preventative strategies
and responses to address student behavior
- Fosters students taking academic risks
- Provides students opportunities to
learn/collaborate with diverse peers
V. High Expectations (II.D.2)
- Models and reinforces ways that students
can master challenging material
- Instruction, materials and assessments
adapted to meet students where they are,
challenging all students to grow
- Challenges all to put forth strong effort

VI. Reflective Practice (IV.A.1)

- Reflects on the effectiveness of lessons
and interactions with students; improves
teaching that results in learning gains
- Uses ideas for improving practice from
resources, supervisors, and colleagues
Strengths Well planned lesson with excellent supporting documents. Objectives clear. Well organized and well
prepared. Very good demeanor around students. Very receptive to constructive comments. Moves well throughout the
lesson. Provides some positive and supportive comments. (Do More) Efficient with collection of equipment.

Areas in need of improvement: Need to provide more encouraging comments and enthusiasm. Hold students accountable
for behavior more consistently. See the field all the time. Increase volume of voice. Create a presence of command.
Rotate students to the different activities more frequently.

White: Supervisor Yellow: Student Pink: Supervising Practitioner