Guidelines for Observation Classroom Management Observation What is
Guidelines for Observation Classroom Management Observation
What is Observation? • Action or process of observing something or someone in order to gain information • Carefully with all senses; describe and record
Why is Observation Valuable? • It leads to learning and action • Information can be a foundation for academic discussion • Data is used to develop theory • Data might prove or disprove a theory • One aspect of evaluating performance
Observer Etiquette Stay seated with a good view of the room Become invisible so teachers and children can forget you are there Look down and look occupied when children are near; avoid interaction
Subjective vs. Objective • Subjective notes interpret events through the lens of your experiences and biases.
Objective vs. Subjective • Objective notes describe or record what is done or said without interpretation. • Objective notes are more usable for later interpretation. • One observation may not provide enough information for a fair interpretation.
Notice and Note Overall Positive Classroom Climate Look for motivated people who get along with each other
Notice and Note Classroom Rules and Expectations • Look for charts, teacher cues, student cooperation
Notice and Note Transitions Look for ways the teacher directs students to move from one activity to another
Notice and Note - Tools that facilitate classroom procedures and routines
Notice and Note Teacher Supervision
Notice and Note Classroom Arrangement • Look for isles wide enough for group movements; flexible desk arrangements; easy access to supplies; cleanliness; space; etc.
NOTICE AND NOTE BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT §Look for positive, consistent, and quick teacher response §Possible issues are anticipated and managed
Notice and Note Instructional Management Notice how the teacher directs instruction to keep everyone engaged and on task
Look for an example to share: selfesteem, independence, or respect for self and others
Look for a classroom management tool that facilitates a procedure/routine that you would like to share with our class
One observation never tells the whole story.
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