NGU College of Education - Domain 1 + Domain 3 Checklist Report

Date of Observation:​ 2/7/2019 Program:​ Elementary Education

Student Name:​ Hannah Reese Term:​ Spring 2019
Student Level:​ 2nd Semester Senior/ Student Teacher Evaluator’s Name:​ Ann Aust
Student Email: ​Reese3873@ngu.edu Evaluator’s Role:​ NGU Supervising Instructor (student
Which Lesson:​ 1 teaching)
Lesson Topic: ​Science Evaluator’s Email:​ ann.aust@ngu.edu
Domain 1: Instructional Indicators Checklist
Exemplary (4)- Always: 90%-100% Unsatisfactory- (1)- Rarely: 0-29%
Proficient (3)- Often: 60-89% Not Applicable- N/A
Needs Improvement (2)- Sometimes: 30-59%

Indicator Score Comments

1. Standards and Objectives​: 3 You linked the lesson to prior knowledge.

Aligned; Connected to previous learning, and
Communicated; Evidence of Mastery of the
Objective.

2. Motivating Students​: 3
Content is Relevant, Engaging, and Meaningful.

3. Presenting Instructional Content​: 3

Clear and concise information in a logical sequence;
Examples given; Expectations modeled by teacher.

4. Lesson Structure and Pacing​: 3 Pacing was a little slow. As you continue to practice, this will
Appropriate Beginning, Middle, End; improve. Spend more time on instruction, less time on
Efficient transitions and material distribution, "instructions."
Timely pacing.

5. Activities and Materials​: 3 Great use of technology. Peardeck was a great way to
Varied,​ Relevant, Challenging, Support lesson complete quick, formative assessing.
objectives; Technology is used by teacher and/or
students

6. Questioning​: 3 The higher the level of the question, the better you will know if
Variety of Bloom’s levels that are linked to SLO, what you have taught stuck with them.
Wait time evident; Teacher generates​ ​High Order
Questions.

7. Academic feedback: 3
Specific, meaningful, frequent​, used for instructional
monitoring and adjusting

8. Guided Practice: 3
Enhance learning; Roles assigned; Goals set and
learning evaluated; Accountability for individuals is
evident

9. Teacher Content Knowledge: 3

Accurate knowledge of material taught;
Subject-specific strategies utilize​d; Sufficient depth
of content.
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10. Teacher Knowledge of Students: 4 You know these students well and
Understands and anticipates needs; ​Differentiates differentiated/accommodated appropriately.
and makes accommodations in instruction;
incorporates cultural heritage.

11. Thinking/Problem Solving​: ​Provides 3

opportunities to: generate a variety of
ideas/solutions,
analyze problems and share information
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Domain 3: Environmental Indicators Checklist

Exemplary (4)- Always: 90%-100% Unsatisfactory- (1)- Rarely: 0-29%

Proficient (3)- Often: 60-89% Not Applicable- N/A
Needs Improvement (2)- Sometimes: 30-59%

Indicator Score Comments

Expectations 3
Teacher sets high and demanding academic
expectations for every student;
Teacher encourages students to learn from mistakes;
Teacher creates learning opportunities where all
students can experience success;
Students take initiative and follow through with their
own work;
Teacher optimizes instructional time.

Managing Student Behavior 3 Very few issues during the lesson. Used proximity when
Students are well-behaved and on task; possible to re-focus students.
Teacher reinforces rules and expectations for
learning and behavior;
The teacher uses techniques such as positive
feedback, intrinsic motivation, and/or consequences
to maintain appropriate student behavior;
The teacher overlooks inconsequential behavior;
The teacher deals with students who have caused
disruptions rather than the entire class;.
The teacher attends to disruptions quickly, firmly,
fairly, and consistently with no interruption to
instruction.

The Classroom Environment 3

Is organized;
Supplies, equipment, and resources are easily and
readily accessible for all students.

Respectful Culture 3
Teacher-student interactions demonstrate caring and
respect for one another;
Students are encouraged to exhibit care and respect
for one another.

Overall Average Score: 3.07

Overall Lesson Comments: ​Hannah-this was a well taught lesson. As you continue to move in to full time teaching, your
pacing will improve. Your ideas to incorporate technology into learning are amazing. Keep up the good work!