EDUC 5312-Curriculum and Instructional Design

Classroom Observation Assignment

Observation Form 2

Observation Date: 12/04/2019 Observation Time: 45 minutes

Teacher Observed: Subject/Grade Level: Physics /Grade-11

School Observed: Observer: Zumrut Dede

For the things you observed, place a check. Please explain further about the checked item
directly below the particular section. Provide overall comments and reflections at the end.

STUDENT BEHAVIOR (MAJORITY OF STUDENTS):

_____ On Task _____ Off Task _____ Engaged ___ Learning Successfully

Explain: Most of the student engaged in the learning activities. The time provided was enough
for most of the students to be engaged in learning process. Teaching strategies were aligned
with the objectives of the lesson to provide a successful learning for the majority of the students.

TEACHER STRATEGIES OBSERVED:

___ Modeling ____ Question/Answer _____ Lecture __ Monitoring
Groups ____ Listening ____ Problem Solving _____ Evaluating _____ Reading to
Students____ Modifying ____ Integrating Content __ Guiding Cooperative Groups
_ Other _______

Explain: Beside lecturing, the teacher used question/answer technique effectively to challenge
students in critical thinking and encourage them to get involved in learning process. The teacher
provided effective and clear answers for all the questions of the students and guided group
activity.

TEACHING MATERIALS BEING USED:

____ Manipulatives ____ Workbooks ___ Overhead Projector ___ Smart Board
_____(Whiteboard) Chalkboard ____ Maps ____ Computer
____ Projector _____ Books____ Other Audio –Visuals ____ None _____ Other

Explain: He used technological tools effectively. He showed me that he formed online groups of
students and using online quiz, assignment or such programs.
TYPE OF STUDENT GROUPING:
____ Small Groups _____ Whole Group _____ Pairs _____ Individuals

Explain:
Students were sitting in groups of four or five. The teacher was touring around during the
lesson. They did not change places or move around after the group discussion. They kept their
seats all the lesson.

TYPE OF STUDENT ACTIVITY:

__ Worksheet ____ Listening _____ Writing _____ Reading _____ Performing
___ Journaling ___ Discussing _____ Centers _____ Homework _____ Research
___ Investigation _____ Laboratory _____ Using Technology __ Other____

Explain: Students were given a discussion question and asked to write their answer down. The
answers of all the groups were revised and clarified together. Also, a video was played to
explain a question they asked.

MANAGEMENT/DISCIPLINE:
____ Stated Expectations for Behavior
____ Redirection of Inappropriate Behavior
_____ Self-disciplined Students
_____ Materials Ready
_____ Positive Reinforcement
____ Encouragement of Students
_____ Effective Time Management
_____ Enthusiasm for Teaching/Learning

Explain: The teacher had a strong class management. He was well prepared with materials he
needed and his timing. He made necessary warnings when students got loud during the group
discussion. He told them that group answers would help them to make up their bad grades and
tried to encourage them with positive comments like “very good”, “liked the definition” and so on.
Actually, I could tick all the answer because the class seemed like a combination of all .I mean,it
was possible to see a bit from all.

OVERALL COMMENTS AND REFLECTIONS:

In general, it was a successful and active lesson. Majority of the students got engaged and
participated actively. It seemed like both sides knew what they were expecting from each other
and there was a respectful and confident atmosphere in the class. Even though I hear lots of
negative comments about high school students, it was a peaceful class that I was surprised.