University Teaching Observation Form

PART 1 – BEFORE OBSERVATION

To be completed by the observee and passed to the observer prior to the observed session.
Note: workshops on observing and being observed are available from the Department of Higher Education.

Aims and objectives for session:

Brief summary of teaching approaches used:

Areas on which you would particularly value suggestions/feedback:

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PART 2 – DURING/AFTER OBSERVATION

To be completed by the observer during/after the observation

Possible things to think about in offering feedback (this is far from exhaustive and depends on the nature of the session):

 Clarity of aims, objectives, outcomes

 Organisation/structure/coherence
 Clarity of explanations/instructions
 Style/tone/pace of delivery
 Balance of breadth/depth
 Integration of visual aids, media and other resources
 Effectiveness of exercises or discussion
 Levels of student engagement or interaction at different points
 Quality of questioning
 Achievement of learning outcomes

General observations:

What aspects of the session worked well and why?

What have you learned that you could use in your own teaching?

Suggestions or ideas for reflection/action:

Feedback on specific areas requested by observee and any other comments:

(Parts 1 and 2 should be retained by the observee and may contribute to a professional e-portfolio within the SET Framework)

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PART 3 – PEER OBSERVATION FORM

For completion by both parties following your feedback discussion. Please complete, sign and submit (Part 3 only)
to your Director of Learning and Teaching.

Names of Staff Involved:

Details of Observed Sessions:

Module Title:

Session Title:

Number of students: FHEQ Level:

Please provide examples of teaching techniques, ideas, tips, suggestions to come out
of your observations that you are happy to share with the rest of the Department.

Signed

Observer
…………………………………………………………Date………….…………..

Observee
…………………………………………………………Date…………….………..

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