Informal Observation Form

A Classroom Informal Observation Form
Learning environment-Classroom Management
A classroom informal observation is observation of teaching while it is taking place

in a classroom or other learning environment. Typically conducted by fellow
teachers, administrators, or instructional specialists, classroom are often used to
provide teachers with constructive critical feedback aimed at improving their
classroom management and instructional techniques.
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The NGIS, Shebin campus places the quality of teaching on top of its priority ladder, and
it is keen on monitoring it. This approach entails myriad techniques; one of them is the
classroom observation which is conducted in three stages.
The first one is the self-evaluation process, through which each academic staff member
evaluates his/her performance based on specific dimensions that measure different
aspects of the teaching process.
The second stage is the peer evaluation, in which a peer teacher of the same domain as
the observed one evaluates his/her teaching process as per the same dimensions.
The third stage is that the HODs revise carefully the peer observation reports submitted
by teachers, and then consolidates them in a comprehensive report to be submitted to
the Academic Director to act accordingly.
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1. Variety and Pacing of Instruction Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not
O.
Uses a variety of instructional methods
Allows adequate wait time when asking questions
Responds to wrong answers constructively
Draws non-participating students into activities/discussions
Prevents specific students from dominating
activities/discussion
Asking probing questions when student answers are
incomplete
Guides the direction of the discussion
Refrains from answering own questions
Uses active learning strategies (group work, paired
discussions, polling)
Specifies how learning tasks will be evaluated (if
appropriate)
Provides opportunities for students to practice what they
have learned
2. Organization Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

O.
Begins and ends class on time
Relates this and previous session (s), or provides students
with opportunities to do so
Provides and follows an outline for the class session
Has all necessary materials and equipment readily
available
Uses effective transitions between class topics
Conveys the purposes of each class activity or assignment
and allows sufficient time to complete it
Completes the scheduled topics
Summarizes periodically throughout and at end of class or
prompts students to do so
Takes attendance
3. Presentation Skills Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

O.
Communicates audibly and clearly
Establishes and maintains eye contact with students
Varies paces and tone to keep students alert
Uses a presentation style that facilitates note-taking
Uses positive and appropriate humor
Incorporates various instructional supports (visuals, films)
Handouts are easy to follow
4. Clarity Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

O.
Notes and explains new terms or concepts
Elaborates or repeats complex information
Uses examples to explain content and draw student’s attention to
key ideas
Relates new ideas to familiar concepts
5. Content Knowledge Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

O.
Makes accurate statements according to discipline
standards
Incorporates current research in the field
Cites authorities to support statements
Presents divergent viewpoints
6. Teacher-Student Interaction Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

O.
Attends to student comprehension, puzzlement, and
behavior
Asks questions of students that challenge them to think
more deeply
Invites and encourages student participation and
comments
Incorporates student responses when appropriate
Encourages students to respond to their peers throughout
the discussions respectfully
Treats students with respect
7. Use of technology Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

O.
Effectively incorporates a variety of instructional
technologies to enhance student learning (ppt., websites,
YouTube, blogs, etc.)
Uses WB (White Board) or Smart Board to provide
supplement materials
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Learning environment-Classroom Management

A classroom informal observation is observation of teaching while it is taking place

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2. Organization Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

3. Presentation Skills Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

4. Clarity Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

5. Content Knowledge Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

6. Teacher-Student Interaction Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

7. Use of technology Ex. Adv. Prof. NI Not

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