Classroom observation

Classroom observation

1. IT IS a practice that consists of frankly and closely watching a class...

   • ...It allows observers to get info related to all the elements in a class and the way they perform
   • It is also the means by which teachers reflect on their own teaching
   • Sit, observe, learn and reflect
   • IT is the process by which a teacher or observer pays attention to a lesson development.
     • To make an evaluation of it

2. What for?

   • it allows teachers to get the feedback they need to adjust their classes
     • It is done to identify the areas in which a teacher needs to work on.
     • It gives experience and knowledge to the observer
   • To improve teaching effectiveness
   • To improve education and methodology quality
     • To make classroom instruction better.
   • It is a good opportunity for observers to examine real teaching in context
   • To get to know new teaching methods

3. The use of checklists may be useful

   • Asking oneself questions that asses class elements
     • Is there a lesson plan?
     • Is there any kind of interaction?
     • Are pupils engaged?
     • What tools are being used? ETC...

4. Ethics

   • Objectivity
     • Training in observation
       • Training sessions

5. The observer needs a person who supervises and gives advice on the observations

   • There must be guidelines for the observations
     • Some questions must be asked to the teacher who will be observed
       • Observations cannot be limited to 1 but at least 3
         • To gather enough information and experiences
         • It is better to have at least two observers per class.
           • Some rules/policies may be needed concerning the observations

6. Seating charts

   • Field notes
     • Brief descriptions of key events
       • Writing narrative summaries with the main points

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