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Classroom Observation Form

(Updated January 2019) – MUST BE COMPLETED FALL, WINTER, AND SPRING TERM

Intern: Shannon Murphy Date: 4/29/19


School: Morley Nelson Elementary Grade Level: 3rd Grade
Subject: ELA-Reading School Year: 2018-2019
Observer Name: Linda Batie Position: Intern Supervisor
(Note: Components are linked to Danielson’s The Framework for Teaching.)
KEY: 1 – UNSATISFACTORY 2 – BASIC 3 – PROFICIENT *4 – DISTINGUISHED (*only for licenced teachers)

Component 1a: Designs coherent instruction using Component 1b: Sets instructional goals meeting state and
knowledge of content and pedagogy. district standards.
X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2_____ 3______ 4 N/A* X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2_____ 3_______ 4 N/A*
No Opportunity to Observe_______ No Opportunity to Observe_______
Comments: Comments:
.
Instructional goals were in the lesson plans (see attached)
. and the content objective was posted. However, the
Lesson plans were in place that conveyed objectives were never referred to nor shared with students.
your understanding of content. There was Content Objective: Students will be able to read and
content knowledge present through the understand grade level text.
introduction of new vocabulary words and Language Objective: Students will be able to share
answers to questions.
prepared questions relating to text, some
requiring students to cite their evidence. It is important to front load students with the instructional
goals before you begin instruction and to review the goals
at lesson's end to see if they have been met. This is an
expectation in some districts.

Component 2a: Creates a culture for learning through Component 2b: Manages classroom procedures.
respect and rapport with students. X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A*
X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3_______4 N/A* No Opportunity to Observe_______
No Opportunity to Observe_______ Comments:
Comments:
The transition from specials to the classroom
Your interaction with students was respectful was smooth and timely. Novels were on each
and consistent and your enthusiasm for the student's desk and student notebooks were
novel (Charlotte's Web) set the tone for readily accessible (for vocabulary words).
learning. Students appeared committed to Routines and procedures were in place and
the learning expectations and were involved. listening cues were used that were effective:
"Learning position 2. . ." and "Tootsie roll,
lollipop. . . " are a couple of examples.

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Component 2c: Manages student behavior. Component 3a: Communicates clearly and accurately.
X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A* X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A*
No Opportunity to Observe_______ No Opportunity to Observe_______
Comments: Comments:
There were no student misbehaviors during Directions and information was presented in
my observation. You were proactive and several ways: verbally and through modeling.
consistently pointed out the behaviors that Students clearly knew what to do and how to
you wanted to see more of. Examples were do it.
"Thank you 3rd graders, for doing this so
quietly," and "I will know that your books are
open and you are ready to read when you
give me a thumbs up."

Component 3b: Uses questioning and discussion Component 3c: Engages students in learning.
techniques. X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A*
X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A* No Opportunity to Observe_______
No Opportunity to Observe_______ Comments:
Comments: .
Student discussion strategies were used, I All students were participating and engaged
encourage you to use them even more, throughout the time I observed.
especially as students are making predictions
and when you ask open-ended questions.

Component 3d: Provides feedback to students. Component 3e: Demonstrates flexibility and
X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A* responsiveness.
No Opportunity to Observe_______ Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A*
Comments: X
No Opportunity to Observe_______
. Comments:
You provided feedback to students frequently.
Examples were, ". . .I heard a lot of good .
ideas (as students were discussing with each
other)," and "I am seeing some really good
pictures. . . you are so creative."

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Component 3f: Uses assessment to inform instruction and Component 4a: Demonstrates professionalism.
improve student achievement. X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A*
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A* No Opportunity to Observe_______
X
No Opportunity to Observe____ Comments:
Comments:
You have done an amazing job of imbedding
yourself in to the culture and grade level of
each school that you have been placed at.
You collaborate reguarly with your lead
teacher and grade level team, as well as
participating in activities beyond the school
day, whenever possible.

Component 4b: Reflects on teaching. Uses technology in ways that make students productive and
X
Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 N/A* meet the instructional goals of the lesson.
No Opportunity to Observe_______ Performance Rating: 1_____ 2______ 3______4 X N/A*
Comments: No Opportunity to Observe_______
Comments:
I appreciate your willingness to find time to
reflect after each observation. You are able The document camera was used to project
to identify strengths of a lesson as well as student work as the students shared with the
areas to beef up. class.

Comments:

Your growth as a teacher has been fun to watch this year, Shannon. Since I had not
observed you with older students, it was fun to see you in action and to observe your comfort
level in 3rd grade. Students work hard for you and it's obvious that you are enjoying this
placement. Thanks for letting me come observe:)

Signature of Intern: Date:

Signature of Supervisor Date:


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