Classroom Observation and Feedback Performance Review Staff Development

Aims of the Workshop TO: • Set classroom observation and feedback in the context of PRSD • Examine the mechanics of both classroom observation and feedback • Plan for both • Give participants an opportunity to play the role of both reviewee and reviewer in a feedback session.

Specialist Schools ET Strategy Revised Curriculum SENDO LMS Demographics Extended School Literacy Strategy Together Towards Improvement Curran Inquiry I & II Numeracy Strategy

Vision (PRSD Scheme – Vision Statement) Session 2 The scheme’s vision statement says that it is integral to the school development planning process • recognises the significant skills, abilities and experience of teachers • will foster their continuing professional development • will seek to provide for all pupils the highest quality learning and teaching

Aims (PRSD Scheme 2. 1) Session 2 The scheme declares that it aims to • recognise the contribution of teachers to achieving the aims of the school development plan and help them to identify ways of enhancing their skills and performance • identify the professional needs and necessary resources to support teachers in their professional development and career progression • increase teachers’ participation in decisionmaking and career planning

Aims (PRSD Scheme 2. 1) The scheme goes on to state that it seeks to • enhance the quality of education • inform the management of schools • improve teacher morale and motivation • be seen by staff as enabling • be manageable and minimise bureaucracy Session 2

Classroom/Task Observation (PRSD Scheme 4. 7) Session 2 • part of the review process for everyone • occurs on 2 occasions – of a maximum period of 1 hour and to take place prior to the review discussion • related to the objectives set at the initial meeting • designed to provide relevant evidence • conducted in a manner consistent with fundamental principles • value of agreed protocols for monitoring and

Fundamental Principles Session 2 If the scheme’s aims are to be achieved, the review process in schools must be built on the following Reference: - professionalism PRSD Handbook (Section 4. 4) - confidentiality - sensitivity - openness and transparency - equity and fairness

Protocols Specific • WHAT Agreed Related to objectives • WHEN Pre-agreed dates/ Times • WHERE Role of reviewer during observation FEEDBACK When Where Format •

Completing the observation sheet Similarities/Differences between “A” & “B”

Feedback Tips • • Balance strengths/areas for development Balance talking/Listening Plan carefully (with the reviewee in mind) Ensure Privacy No interruptions Use positive body language Clear guidance for future action