Student Teaching Formal Observation Form

Student Teacher: Hayley Corkery Term: Winter

School Subject Area/Grade Algebra 1, grade 9

Directions: For each formal lesson observed, please use the space provided for narrative feedback as needed. 2/6/18

Domain: Feedback:
I. Planning & Preparation Hayley has created a logical plan with examples for
 Constructs plans with clear and measureable inequalities. This included technical examples with
instructional objectives
vocabulary in word problems : “at most 10”, “no more than
 Constructs plans with coherent instructional design.
Lesson procedures have a clear sequence, aligned with 12”
instructional goals and assessments The plans have a clear flow, from Do Now, to Guided
 Constructs plans that have a clear assessment(s), which Practice to a packet for group completion.
measures all students’ achievement in meeting the
lesson instructional goals
 Demonstrates originality in preparing and presenting
lessons (creativity)
 Constructs plans include adaptations for special needs
and/or differentiation
 Uses appropriate resources and materials which
enhance the learning
II. Classroom Environment Hayley pauses to get undivided attention from everyone. She
 Utilizes a system of positive reinforcement and behavior expects all students to complete assignments and group work
management strategies
 Creates a respectful learning environment
and most do. The class attention was most focused when she
 States expectations for learning and behavior clearly presented new examples. She spoke to one off task student
 Creates an appropriate, safe and accessible physical privately outside.
space for learning
 Responds to student inappropriate behavior in a timely,
appropriate manner
 III. Instructional Delivery Hayley uses group work, illustrations and other strategies.
 Shows knowledge of content by using appropriate Her packets have clear examples and scaffolded problems to
pacing, clear communication and explanations
 Uses different levels of questioning and discussion
help learn new concepts. (Graphs of inequalities, definitions
strategies that engages all students of <,>,>=,<=, ) She checks for understanding through
 Uses different types of instructional strategies that homework and exit tickets.
actively engage the learners throughout the lesson
 Checks for understanding throughout the lesson and
adjusts lesson to meet needs of student(s)
 Uses collaborative and group activities
 Provides opportunities for independent practice that
challenges students and allows them to apply what they
have learned
 Encourages and initiates higher order thinking
 Varies voice, inflection, body movement
 Uses a variety of learning modalities (visual, auditory,
etc.)
IV. Professionalism Hayley was prepared and worked in cooperation with her
 Exhibits professionalism in appearance and written and mentor. She has adapted her lessons with the changes in
spoken language
 Effectively maintains accurate records
schedule for the Eagles parade. She is reflective on her lesson
 Communicates frequently and effectively with families in during our conference review.
a culturally proficient manner
 Engages in/seeks professional development
opportunities
 Reflects upon and is receptive to feedback
 Uses feedback to modify/adjust instruction
Additional Feedback/Goals for Next Observation:

University Supervisor: Signature: ___ _________Date: 2/7/18