Template for Peer Observation 1

Please ensure that the observer /critical friend has a copy of the lesson plan.
Peer Observation Number:
Date/Time:
Name of Student Teacher to be observed:
17-2-2016
Noora Ali Ahmed
10:40 till 11:30pm
Setting:
Classroom
Area of Focus:
Focus on the teaching the students new
vocabulary for unit 7

Grade:
Five section 2
Name of Observer/Critical Friend:
Maryam Almazroui

Learning Outcomes:
Students will recognize the new
vocabulary for space
Students will recognize on the phonics
letters (au,aw,or)

PEER OBSERVATION: AREA OF FOCUS

The observation will be focus on the whole lesson about the space. My colleague focus on
the students when they recognize the new vocabulary of unit 7 to let the students
understand. And the classroom management with the students.
Observed Strengths:

Suggestions for further development:

Start greeting the students well by motivating

them with simple practice of moving their hands.

You have to look after the students to make sure

all the students understand the objectives that
you taught.

Using PowerPoint to show the vocabulary for the

students

Give the students chance to think before he

answer.

Materials that she use it for the class are so

involve the students on the activity.
Giving the students clear instructions to let them
understanding what they will do for those
activities
.

Reflection (to be completed after discussion of Peer Review with colleague): e.g. how did you

feel about conducting a formal observation? How did your colleague feel about being observed? How
did you feel about discussing your observations with your colleague after the lesson? How did your
colleague react to your assessment? Did she agree with your evaluation? Which of the suggestions you
made will your colleague apply in her next lesson? Do you and your colleague feel that this was a
valuable experience? Why/Why not?
I was so excited to observe my colleague for the first time, the strategies she used was so
suitable for the students. Managing the students by using some strategies such as black
points and sand clock. I gave my mate the strength and weakness, and discussing about
the new different strategies that could use it to provide her next class.

Please tick the boxes using the scale with 5 indicating the best possible performance
Professionalism
1
2
3

Displays a high standard of professional behaviour, which

includes punctuality and readiness for the session.
Shows initiative and enthusiasm during the session.

5
5

Promotes a positive learning environment & builds good rapport

with the learners.
Comments or reasons for scoring above:

Planning for Learning

Provides a lesson plan, which includes all the required information

and has clear and explicit learning outcomes.
Shows a student-centered focus in the lesson plan.

Incorporates differentiation through activities, questioning and/or

learning styles.

Materials and resources for teaching are of high quality and

appropriate to the level of the learner.
Formative and/or summative assessment activities are included in
the plan.

Comments or reasons for scoring above:

Implementing and Managing Learning

4
5

Uses accurate and appropriate language.

Maintaining engagement independence

Ensures instructions, questions & explanations are clear, accurate

& constructive.

Uses effective questioning & elicitation techniques.

Establishes and maintains clear and consistent rules & routines.

Maintains an appropriate pace to challenge and motivate the

students.

Uses a range of teaching strategies.

Manages lesson time effectively.

Comments or reasons for scoring above:

Monitoring and Assessment

Monitors student progress effectively during the session.

Provides ongoing feedback to students to enhance learning

during the session.

Uses formative and summative assessment instruments such as

checklists, grading scales, rubrics, tests and projects etc. to
evaluate students performance.

Comments or reasons for scoring above:

Please add specific comments about the student teachers observed

strengths relative to their area of focus during this session and identify
areas in which you feel further development is necessary.

Please share feedback immediately following the

observation once the forms are completed.
Feedback meeting date: 17-2-2016/ Time: 2:30
Observer signature: Maryam Almazroui
Date: 17-2-2016

Observe signature: Noora Ali

Date: 17-2-2016