EDUC 5312/3315-Curriculum and Instructional Design

Classroom Observation Assignment

Observation Form 2
Observation Date: 3/10/2016

Observation Time: 12:40-1:20pm

Teacher Observed: Christina Alexander

Subject/Grade Level: Math/6th GT group

School Observed: Harmony School of Excellence Observer: Ahmet Saytas

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: Students were on task I can say there is very small distraction.

TEACHER STRATEGIES OBSERVED:

___ Modeling
____ Question/Answer
_____ Lecture
___ Monitoring Groups
____Listening
____ Problem Solving
_____ Evaluating
_____ Reading To Students
____Modifying
____ Integrating Content ____ Guiding Cooperative Groups
___ Other _ _____________________

Explain:

Teacher asked two different students groups to make their power point presentations. Two
different groups made their presentations. Each group evaluates other group work and they asked
each other questions to understand subject well. End of the students presentations, evaluations
teacher add some other information.
TEACHING MATERIALS BEING USED:
____ Manipulatives
____ Workbooks
___ Overhead Projector
____ Smart Board
_____ Chalkboard
____ Maps
____ Computer
____ Projector
_____ Books
____ Other Audio
Visuals
____ None
_____ Other __________________________________________________________________

Explain: At the beginning of the lesson teacher asked groups made their presentation using with
power point. Each student was prepared their power point. Students used internet connection to

explain some questions and they showed their observation.

TYPE OF STUDENT GROUPING:

____ Small Groups

_____ Whole Group

_____ Pairs

_____ Individuals

Explain:

Teacher was using selected GT group consist of 16 students.

TYPE OF STUDENT ACTIVITY:

__ Worksheet ____ Listening _____ Writing _____ Reading
_____ Performing
___ Journaling
___ Discussing _____ Centers _____ Homework _____ Research
___ Investigation
_____ Laboratory
_____ Using Technology
___ Other ______________________________________________________________

Explain:
Students enjoy this class and have been told that if they need to be re directed they will go back to their
main subject class. Teacher uses several different strategies such as inquiry, discovery learning,

discussions, demonstrations, cooperative learning, integration of technology, questioning, etc

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:

Teacher says class, class, class to get students attention. Obvious norms have been put into
place because students are on task and take appropriate educational risks.
OVERALL COMMENTS AND REFLECTIONS:

Teacher uses very professional classroom management and teaching methods. As follows.
1-Students were good engaged.
2-Students were on task
3-Students were studied their lesson well at home.
4-Teacher gave students perfect opportunity to improve themselves.
5-They used real instruments to learn.
6-Teacher was perfect for classroom management.
7-Teacher was asking meaningful and open minded questions.
Suggestions
School can provide a smart board.
Teacher can record students performance (After parents consent)
Conclusions:
It was very good classroom management, students were engaged their subjects. Students were interested
in learning. I felt teaching in a GT class is fun. Because students were ready, I can say no distraction in
class.