Observation Form--Science AYA--Word--FORM Unprotected

Cleveland State University Teacher as a Responsive, Reflective Professional: A Partner in Learning College of Education and Human Services Intern Observation and Formative Assessment Form – AYA Science Step 1: Preparing for the Observation Intern sends an electronic copy of the lesson plan to the supervisor and mentor at least 24 hours prior to the observation Supervisor stores lesson plan document on OFS-supplied USB drive Observer may request intern to provide a hard copy of the plan for use during the observation Step 2: Completing the Observation Form Take notes during observation and complete Observation Form afterwards with scores and comments If you wish to provide the intern with immediate feedback (optional), you may choose to leave a copy of your notes with the intern If available, use licensure-specific Observation Form If a licensure-specific form is unavailable, use the generic form Choose any one of formats: 1) Word 97-03 fill-in form; 2) a Word 2007 fill-in form; or 3)unprotected Word 2007 document Fill-in forms feature automatic calculations but not allow spell-check Use unprotected forms carefully if you wish to use spell check Fill in all heading information Include at least comments in each domain Use “Specific Comments” to summarize the lesson and identify 2-4 opportunities for further growth With fill-in forms, calculate averages by right-clicking each highlighted field (Mac computers use Ctrl-Click) and selecting “Update field.” If formulas not calculate correctly, calculate scores manually and enter averages in the fill-in fields Step 3: Completing the Observation Intern completes Follow-Up Form and submits to observer within two days of the observation E-mail electronic copy of the Observation Form to intern after receiving the Follow-up Form but within one week of the observation Copy supervisor and mentor teacher so everyone has electronic copies of the form Record averages on Field Experience Record and Evaluation Form (hard copy on NCR paper) and obtain intern’s initials at the next available opportunity Supervisor stores electronic copies of the following documents in the student’s folder on the OFS-supplied USB drive: a Lesson plan b Observation Form c Follow-up Form Intern: Date of Lesson: Date of Post- Conference: School: Mentor/CTE: Completed by: Performance Levels: Scores: Grade Level/Subject: Supervisor: Observation #: Exemplary (E) Proficient (P) Emerging (M) Unsatisfactory (U) Not attempted 3.5 2.5 Note: All items must be scored for each observation using the available evidence for sub-items Domain A Organizing Content Knowledge for Student Learning Score Comments Primarily completed prior to observation using lesson plan A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 Use of student background information for planning instruction • Plans relate to intern’s knowledge of students • Plans accommodate for needs of English language learners and students with exceptionalities • Plans vary instruction based on students’ background • Plans demonstrate cultural competence by incorporating instructional content, resources, and strategies that are responsive to cultural, linguistic, and gender differences Instructional goals and objectives • Plans establish clear goals • Plans establish measurable objectives • Goals and objectives relate to varied learning styles • Goals and objectives establish appropriate expectations for all students • Goals and objectives relate to Ohio Academic Content Standards and are aligned with school curriculum Content of instructional plans • Plans demonstrate correct sequencing of subject matter • Plans demonstrate accurate content knowledge • Plans demonstrate cross-disciplinary connections where appropriate Structure of planned activities and materials • Structure of lesson is developmentally appropriate for students and subject matter • Activities and materials match with identified instructional goals • Activities and materials are appropriate for students’ diverse needs and characteristics Assessment • Plan includes varied assessment strategies to measure the achievement of instructional goals and objectives • Assessment strategies are appropriate for students Is plan readily available for mentor and supervisor? (Yes/No) comments minimum per domain; highlight effective practices and provide specific suggestions for improvement Domain B Enhancing the Learning Environment Score Comments Primarily completed using notes from the observation B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 Fairness to students • Intern establishes a climate of courtesy and respect • Intern makes eye contact with students • Intern shows impartiality by involving all students Rapport with students • Intern expresses interest in students and knows students’ names • Intern shows enthusiasm and appropriate tone • Intern establishes positive rapport with students Challenging expectations for learners • Intern encourages students to ask questions • Intern provides students with choices in learning • Intern encourages students to pursue further learning Classroom management skills • Intern states specific, appropriate expectations for classroom behavior and states reasons for expectations • Intern applies rules consistently and fairly • Intern maintains students’ attention throughout the lesson • Intern promotes positive behavior Physical environment • Intern maintains a safe learning environment • Intern enhances student learning with bulletin boards/displays of student work • Intern uses space and materials to vary physical environment to meet students’ needs and instructional goals Licensure-specific items Legal and ethical responsibilities • Intern understands the legal and ethical responsibilities of science teachers for the welfare of their students • Intern understands the legal and ethical responsibilities of science teachers for the proper treatment of animals • Intern understands the legal and ethical responsibilities of the science teacher for the maintenance and disposal of materials Safety and emergency procedures • Intern knows and follows emergency procedures • Intern maintains safety equipment • Intern ensures safety procedures appropriate for the activities and the abilities of students Intern treats living organisms used in the classroom or found in the field in a safe, humane, and ethical manner and respects legal restrictions on their collection, keeping, and use comments minimum per domain; highlight effective practices and provide specific suggestions for improvement Domain C Teaching for Student Learning Score Comments Primarily completed using notes from the observation C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 Communicating goals and procedures • Intern makes goals and objectives clear to students • Intern makes instructional procedures clear to students Communicating content • Intern conveys content clearly and accurately • Intern uses correct language, spelling, and syntax in verbal and written explanations of content • Intern clarifies content for students having difficulty understanding Structure and sequence of instructional activities • Intern uses lesson structure and sequence that is developmentally appropriate for students and subject matter • Intern uses a variety of individual and collaborative learning activities to achieve learning goals • Intern uses appropriate manipulatives and instructional materials to support student learning • Intern uses appropriate available technology to support student learning • Intern provides appropriate adaptations for English language learners and students with exceptionalities Extending student thinking • Intern structures specific learning activities that encourage students to extend their thinking • Intern recognizes and uses opportunities to help students extend their thinking • Intern uses questioning and other interaction strategies to foster students’ understanding and to stimulate creative and critical thinking • Intern allows sufficient wait-time for student response to questions Assessing student understanding • Intern uses questioning and a variety of other appropriate assessment strategies to gauge student learning • Intern correctly interprets students’ verbal and non-verbal cues for levels of understanding • Plan includes varied assessment strategies to measure the achievement of instructional goals and objectives • Assessment strategies are appropriate for students Use of assessment • Intern keeps written documentation of assessments to track student learning over time • Intern adjusts instruction/activities based on formative assessment and uses teachable moments to meet students’ needs • Intern monitors students and gives them substantive feedback Intern uses evaluation results in planning future instruction Use of time • Instructional materials are ready prior to the lesson • Intern sues routines and procedures to maximize instructional time • Intern paces the lesson appropriately for the students and content • Intern makes smooth transitions between instructional activities to maximize instructional time Licensure-specific items Intern successfully organizes and engages students in collaborative learning using different student group learning strategies comments minimum per domain; highlight effective practices and provide specific suggestions for improvement Domain D Professionalism Score Comments Primarily completed after the observation, based on feedback from mentor teacher in conversation with the intern and mentor teacher NOTE: Scores in this domain reflect cumulative performance in each indicator and are averaged independently of the observation score D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 Reflection and professional development • Intern uses self-reflection to recognize and correct weaknesses • Intern reflects on student achievement of the learning goals • Intern uses feedback from prior observations to improve instruction Completion of work in the field • Intern follows school policies to maintain accurate student records and grades • Intern performs assigned professional duties in the classroom • Intern demonstrates initiative in getting involved in the classroom and working with the mentor Collaboration • Intern requests professional assistance from appropriate sources • Intern establishes professional rapport with mentor and supervisor • Intern maintains appropriate oral and written communication with families Professional habits in the field • Intern follows school policies • Intern displays dispositions listed on the CSU List of Student Dispositions (including punctuality, attendance, and appropriate appearance) in the field • Intern participates in additional contractual teacher obligations as required by the experience (planning meetings, faculty meetings, parentteacher conferences, professional development activities, school functions) • Intern uses appropriate vocabulary and correct grammar/punctuation in verbal and written communication Professional habits in seminar • Intern displays dispositions listed on the CSU List of Student Dispositions (including punctuality, attendance, and active participation) in the seminar and with the supervisor • Intern completes all assignments and submits written work, including portfolio artifacts, in a timely fashion as assigned by supervisor, seminar leader, or mentor teacher • Intern uses appropriate vocabulary and correct grammar/punctuation in verbal and written communication comments minimum per domain; highlight effective practices and provide specific suggestions for improvement Specific Comments Provide a brief summary of the lesson and include 2-4 suggestions for the intern to consider for the next lesson Domain A Domain B Domain C Observation Overall Domain D Domain Averages The complete formal observation record must contain the following written materials: • Intern’s written lesson plan (copies of handouts or assessments not required) • Intern Observation Form—completed by observer, signed and dated by intern and observer • Observation Follow-up Form—completed by intern ... Level/Subject: Supervisor: Observation #: Exemplary (E) Proficient (P) Emerging (M) Unsatisfactory (U) Not attempted 3.5 2.5 Note: All items must be scored for each observation using the available... intern to consider for the next lesson Domain A Domain B Domain C Observation Overall Domain D Domain Averages The complete formal observation record must contain the following written materials:... (copies of handouts or assessments not required) • Intern Observation Form—completed by observer, signed and dated by intern and observer • Observation Follow-up Form—completed by intern