Appendix D

Towson University

Classroom Observation

Intern: Sam Fladd Date: October 4, 2016

Time: 9:30
School: Linwood Center Class
Grade: 9 Size: 4
students 6
adults
Mentor: Genese Neal Subject:LanguageArts/readingwriting.

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Observed Observed N
In
Planning Progres A
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Lesson is aligned with appropriate content standard and indicator. X
Lesson is aligned with appropriate InTASC principle. X
Lesson objective identifies intended learning. X
Lesson objective is worded in student terms. X
Formative assessment is directly aligned with the objective. X
Instructional materials are attractive and readily available. X
Comments:
You objective is aligned with all appropriate standards, indicators and InTASC standards.
You reviewed the objective in student friendly terms.

ContextforLearning
Students demonstrate adequate prior knowledge to be successful learners. X
Grouping techniques are appropriate for intended learning. X
Comments:
Class started by having one of the students greet everyone in the class.
The class reviewed the calendar. One of the students would select the answers on the smart board.
Excellent computer program to review /allow the students to select the proper items used for the day.
Grouping techniques include individual student desks with 1 to 1 working directly next to them.
MotivationforLearning
Connections are made between students experiences and the new learning. X
Strategies are used to promote excitement and stimulate thinking. X
Positive reinforcement is used when appropriate. X
Comments:
The students used their schedule folders to select the lessons/activities for the day.
ImplementingtheLesson
An appropriate review/drill/warm-up/motivation is conducted. X
Objective is posted, shared with students, discussed and clarified as needed. X
Instructional activities are meaningful and relate to the objective. X
Instructional activities are appropriately sequenced. X
Instructional activities are varied to address different learning styles. X
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There is a balance between teacher-directed and student-centered learning experiences. X
Students are actively engaged during instruction. X
Teacher/student modeling sequence is appropriate to intended learning. X
Expectations/standards for student work are clearly communicated. X
Class begins and ends on time. X
Pacing is appropriate and adjusted based on student feedback. X
Transitions between activities are efficient and effective. X
Levels of questions are varied and support the objective. X
Content is accurate. X
Instruction makes cross-curricular connections (as appropriate) X
Instruction integrates the use of technology (as appropriate). X
Homework assignment is appropriate. X
Comments:
The lesson started out by having the students view a video about the world series.
The class read independently while concentrating on capitalization and punctuation.
After reading each of the pages, the students wrote 1 sentence on their worksheet, using proper capitalization.

The student reviewed a slide summary of the lesson on the smart board. (modeling) It included words and board-maker symbols to indicate two
appropriate sentences.

The students were asked question about the sentences which related back to the objective.
The students were then directed to cut and paste their sentence into their notebook.

Formative assessment included circulating the class asking students leading questions to check on mastery and staying on task and completion of
worksheet.
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Observed In Progress Observed NA

Assessing Student Learning/Differentiation

Student data (as available) is used to inform instructional decisions. X
Informal assessment strategies are utilized throughout the lesson. X
Instruction is adjusted based on informal assessments of student understanding. X
Instructional modifications (interventions/enrichment) are provided and based on needs of X
students.
Students practice new learning independently. X
Formative assessment is completed during the class period. X
Future instructional planning is based on formative data (Post observation discussion). X
Comments:
The student used modified texts based on their individual abilities and iep goals.
The SLP was working 1 to 1 with one of the students.
Each student had their own resources and 1 to 1 to help them stay on task and accomplish the objective. An excellent strategy for increasing
student independence. (as opposed to group reading by the entire class. )

Excellent division of teacher directed and student centered work.

SummarizingtheLesson
Summary provides connections to past and/or future lessons. X
Students demonstrate, reflect and evaluate attainment of the objective. X
Comments:
As a summary, students were asked to fill in the blanks on the smart board of an appropriate sentence.
ClassroomManagement
Student behavior is managed effectively. X
A positive and supportive atmosphere is maintained. X

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Classroom routines and procedures are evident. X
Appropriate feedback and reinforcement are used consistently. X
Instructional space, equipment, and materials are organized. X
Comments:
The students understand the routine of the class and respond according to your direction.
If the student finished early they each had an individual enrichment folder of additional work. The folder consisted of Velcro items.
Students were given positive re-enforcement throughout the class.
Professionalism
The intern uses correct English. X
The intern demonstrates knowledge of instructional strategies. X
The intern appears sensitive to individual needs and differences. X
The intern uses AV materials and technology appropriately. X
All written materials are clear and legible. X
The intern uses a clear voice, which is appropriately adjusted in volume and inflection. X
The intern uses non-verbal communication effectively. X
Comments:
You have used the adult resources in your class very effectively and efficiently. Each of your AAA are aware of their individual student needs
and what is required during the lesson. This is sometimes the hardest skill to address.

Sam you have established a caring and professional relationship with each of the students in your class.

Commendations:
Recommendations: Consider bringing the entire group together at the end of the lesson, review what they have
accomplished (objective) during the lesson and what they are going to do next.

This observation was (x) Satisfactory, (x) Needs improvement.