EDUC 5312/3315-Curriculum and Instructional Design

Classroom Observation Assignment

Observation Form 2

Observation Date: 03/29/2017 Observation Time: 11:20-12:05

Teacher Observed:Mrs.Reymer Subject/Grade Level: 7th grade science

School Observed: Frontier School of Innovation Observer: Mr.Kilic

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.

TEACHER STRATEGIES OBSERVED:

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

Explain: The teacher was using cooperative learning style. She was an active monitor to all
students.

TEACHING MATERIALS BEING USED:

____ Manipulatives ____ Workbooks ___ Overhead Projector Smart Board
_____ Chalkboard ____ Maps Computer ____ Projector
_____ Books ____ Other Audio Visuals ____ None
_____ Other __________________________________________________________________

Explain: She used her computer to show a warm up question and activity on the Smartboard.
TYPE OF STUDENT GROUPING:
Small Groups _____ Whole Group _____ Pairs _____ Individuals

Explain: Students were working for the small group, and they were helping each other.

TYPE OF STUDENT ACTIVITY:

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

Explain:
Students tried to distinguish between balanced and unbalanced forces. And how equal &
opposite forces cause an object to remain at rest or move at a constant velocity. Students also
learn to diagram forces with arrows that show the relative size & direction of ea. force

MANAGEMENT/DISCIPLINE:
Stated Expectations for Behavior _ Positive Reinforcement
Redirection of Inappropriate Behavior Encouragement of Students
_ Self-disciplined Students Effective Time Management
Materials Ready _____ Enthusiasm for Teaching/Learning
Explain: She initiated his expectation regarding everybody learning purposefully. He already
prepared his materials both in smart board and printed papers. She seemed very excited to teach,
and students are aware of this.

OVERALL COMMENTS AND REFLECTIONS:

The class was very smooth. The activity was good with teachers minimal timely. The teacher
used instructional time entirely. Students were engaged in small group work. Distribution and
collection of the materials were smooth. The teacher had an excellent compatibility with her
students. Students knew what is expected of them. The teacher constantly walked around to
check for understanding and provided feedback to the students regularly. The teacher asked some
questions to the students to find out whether students learned or not.