Garrett

County Public Schools Professional Development Record (Observation)

Teacher:
School:
Grade/Subject:

Erin Dettinburn
Route 40 Elementary
3 Music

Date:

2/27/15

DOMAIN 1: PLANNING AND PREPARATION

A. Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy

(3) Highly Effective

1. Displays knowledge of concepts, skills, and prerequisite relationships within the GCPS curriculum
2. Plans lessons that include a wide variety of teaching strategies and practices

Observed
Observed

Comments: Lesson was based on the standards: 2. Experience performance through singing, playing instruments in general, vocal, and
instrumental settings, and listening to performances of others 3. Respond to music through movement. Students were incorporating
movement, harmony, and instruments. Lesson included vocabulary development for ostinato and cannon. Teacher is very
knowledgable of the content and uses a wide variety of teaching strategies that are highly engaging.

B. Demonstrates knowledge of students

(3) Highly Effective

1. Understands child and adolescent development

2. Displays knowledge of how students learn
3. Recognizes students skills, knowledge, and language proficiency
4. Considers students interests and cultural heritage
5. Considers students special learning and medical needs

Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: The abilities of the students were well known to the teacher with guidance given when necessary to play instruments and
complete movements while keeping the beat. The lesson is very engaging for students with high interest in playing the instruments.
Adaptations are made for those with different learning needs and styles. Guidance is given when student is deciding which line to move
onto for playing the instrument, avoiding a potential emotional outburst. Abby was chosen as leader due to her skill set and ability.

C. Sets instructional outcomes

(3) Highly Effective

1. Incorporates student learning outcomes that reflect high expectations based on curriculum standards
2. Writes outcomes that indicate specific student learning goals that can be assessed
3. Selects outcomes based on student learning and the needs of diverse learners

Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Lessons are engaging and rigorous, expecting students to incorporate singing and instrument playing with some movement
and two songs for harmony. Students are assessed throughout the lesson with clear learning expectations set at the beginning of the
lesson. It was obvious that the teacher knew the level of ability of the students as well as the specific learning needs and meansures were
taken to accomodate them.

D. Designs coherent instruction

(3) Highly Effective

1. Designs learning activities that are suitable for diverse learners and support the instructional outcomes
2. Selects equipment, materials, and technology that support meaningful learning and student engagement
3. Incorporates a variety of resources that match the instructional outcomes and needs of students
4. Plans to differentiate instruction based on the students and the instructional outcomes
5. Structures and sequences units and lessons with long term and short term outcomes

Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Students learned the songs and played the xylophones with acceptable proficiency on their first attempt using this ostinato
and rhythm. The lesson naturally permitted differentiation with specific students acting as leaders while others needed more direction
and encouragement when they struggled. The lesson flowed with increasing levels of demand meeting today's goal and leading to a
greater understanding of the concepts.

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E. Designs student assessments

(2) Effective

1. Designs clear assessment criteria that are aligned with curriculum standards
2. Designs assessments that match instructional outcomes
3. Incorporates formative and summative assessments into instruction
4. Plans instruction based on student assessment results

Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: The outcome was discussed in the introduction with informal assessment used throughout the lesson. The teacher was able to
provide correction and assistance while listening to all the parts in harmony.

Ineffective=1-3, Developing=4-7, Effective=8-12, Highly Effective=13-15

Overall Domain 1 Rating: (3) Highly Effective 14

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 Garrett County Public Schools Professional Development Record

Teacher:
Erin Dettinburn
Date: 2/27/15
School:
Route 40 Elementary
Grade/Subject: 3 Music
DOMAIN 2: THE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT
A. Creates an environment of respect and rapport regardless of differences
1. Demonstrates caring and respect for all students
2. Promotes an atmosphere in which students are willing to take risks
3. Encourages polite and respectful student interaction

(3) Highly Effective

Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Humor is used in the interactions with students eager to try playing the instruments and leading the various singing parts.
When mistakes are made, "No big deal" is stated and lesson continues. There is a clear relationship established with the students and a
common respect. Students are respected regardless of success and equally encouraged when they don't succeed the first time.

B. Establishes a culture for learning

(2) Effective

1. Sets high expectations for learning and achievement for all students
2. Communicates and demonstrates the importance of the content
3. Encourages student pride in work

Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Students are praised and encouraged throughout the music lessons. Each step is modeled and scaffolded with directions
clearly given. Students are encouraged for efforts and used as examples of correct procedure.

C. Manages classroom procedures

(3) Highly Effective

1. Manages instructional groups to maximize student engagement

2. Provides smooth transitions to minimize loss of instructional time
3. Establishes classroom rules and routines and the handling of materials to maximize learning time
4. Establishes systems for performing non-instructional duties
5. Establishes roles and routines for volunteers and paraprofessionals, as appropriate

Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: The lesson was well developed with increasing rigor throughout. Students reviewed concepts at the end of the lesson
connecting it to modern music. While waiting for the teacher to arrive, the class practiced a song that is being prepared for a performace
for the local literature festival in conjunction with one of the professors from Frostburg State University. Students understand how to pass
papers while getting seated.

D. Manages student behavior

(2) Effective

1. Establishes expectations for appropriate student behavior

2. Monitors student behavior and intervenes when necessary
3. Responds to misbehavior consistently and appropriately with sensitivity to the students dignity

Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Classes have sticker charts to monitor ongoing behavior. Students struggling to follow directions are addressed in a
preventative measure, providing choices to maintain success in the lesson. "Tanner, can you take your hands off of there or do you
need to move to the end?"

E. Organizes physical space

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(2) Effective
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 1. Organizes the classroom to ensure the safety of all students

2. Organizes available classroom space so that all students have access to learning

Observed
Observed

Comments: Chairs line the perimeter of the room with an area rug for floor work with instruments. Students sent back to chairs to sing
from sheet music. Bulletin boards have music vocabulary and concepts displayed. The piano is placed by the area rug permitting
supervision while playing.
Ineffective=1-3, Developing=4-7, Effective=8-12, Highly Effective=13-15

Overall Domain 2 Rating:

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 Garrett County Public Schools Professional Development Record

Teacher:
School:
Grade/Subject:
DOMAIN 3: INSTRUCTION
A. Communicates with students

Erin Dettinburn
Route 40 Elementary
3 Music

Date:

2/27/15

(3) Highly Effective

1. Communicates expectations for learning

2. Provides sequential directions and procedures
3. Provides relevant explanations of content
4. Uses appropriate oral and written language

Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Guidance is given throughout the lessons as students change activities. When a student plays his part incorrectly, he is
asked if he knows what it is and is given a chance to correct the mistake. Vocabulay is defined. "A cannon is as a round." The lesson
was well thought out and developed with increasing rigor for the students keeping them fully engaged. Explanations were clear and
appropriate to the grade level.

B. Uses questioning and discussion techniques to promote higher level thinking

1. Poses quality questions that promote higher level thinking
2. Uses discussion techniques to engage students
3. Encourages student participation

(2) Effective
Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Questioning is used to guide and review instruction. "If they started first, who ends first? What do we call this kind of song?"

C. Engages students in meaningful learning

(3) Highly Effective

1. Provides activities and assignments to promote active learning

2. Groups students purposefully
3. Uses instructional materials, technology, and resources to enhance student learning
4. Paces and structures the lesson to maximize instruction and learning

Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Lessons are designed for high engagement with all students being able to participate in all aspects of the lesson. Xylophones
and ipod are used in this lesson. Numerous instruments are regulary embedded in lessons.From the time they walk in the door, students
are actively involved in the activities, using movement and performance. The lesson was well paced gradually releasing the learning to the
students.

D. Uses assessment in instruction

(2) Effective

1. -Establishes and communicates criteria for learning and assessment

2. Monitors student learning and progress through formative and summative assessment
3. Provides purposeful feedback to students
4. Provides students with opportunities to self-assess and monitor progress

Observed
Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: Students self-assess performance and explain what went wrong when playing the instruments. A rubric was displayed
according to grade band setting the assessment expectations. Constant orchestration of the varied levels of performance were informally
monitored with feedback given specific to the skill.

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E. Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness

(3) Highly Effective

1. Modifies the planned lesson when appropriate

2. Persists in seeking alternatives for students who have difficulty mastering the learning outcomes
3. Connects learning to student interest

Observed
Observed
Observed

Comments: As students perform, the lesson was adjusted according to their level of proficiency. Common mistakes were discussed and
pretaught when singing the cannon and playing the xylophone. Student interest was increased when music from an i-pod was used to
show an example of a cannon in modern music.
Ineffective=1-3, Developing=4-7, Effective=8-12, Highly Effective=13-15

Overall Domain 3 Rating: (3) Highly Effective 13

OVERALL EFFECTIVENESS OF TEACHER--Total of all 3 Overall Domain Ratings

Highly Effective
Domain Points:
8
Highly Effective=7 points-no Ineffective or Developing Domain Rating
Effective=4 points-no Ineffective Domain Rating
Ineffective=3 or less points or one Ineffective Domain Rating

Garrett County Publlic Schools Professional Development Record

Teacher:
School:
Grade/Subject:

Erin Dettinburn
Route 40 Elementary
3 Music

Date:

2/27/15

Observer Comments: We are priviledged to have such a talented person as our music instructor. You incorporate so much of your own
background into the lessons for the students increasing interest and energy in the classroom. Your use of instruments, singing, dance and
current trends creates a real world connection that motivates the students to learn more. I love seeing their enthusiam for the performing
arts grow through your work. Your Christmas and Spring performances are always varied with many multicultural influences seeping into
the work. Your high expectations turn our students into mini professionals when they hit the stage. I appreciate the time and effort you
put into making the music program so productive!

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Teacher Comments:

Teacher Signature--signature does not necessarily indicate agreement

Date

Observer Signature

Date

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