Teacher Observation Checklist

• Teacher's Name

• School Year (e.g S.Y 2018 - 2019)

• Subject & Grade Level

• Conducted on

  Date

• Observed by

Instructional Design and Delivery

• Follows prescribed curriculum

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Uses the digital content in a variety of contexts, small­group and large­group learning time and vice versa.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exhibits poise, voice control, and tact

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Makes effective use of a variety of available materials including the Digital Content

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Makes clear, practical demonstrations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Maintains student interest and attention

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Graciously accepts less than "right" response with slow students

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Uses positive and supportive statements to students

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Maintains a friendly and respectful teacher-student relationship

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Provides enrichment and/or remediation where needed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The learning environment, routines, and expectations for learning allow for seamless movement between virtual and live instruction

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The digital content/tool getting piloted OPTIMIZES learning. Students have access to lessons, projects, or learning resources “anytime and anywhere.”

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Students are arranged in dynamic learning groups and/or rotation stations which include the Digital content.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Directions to students are clearly thought out and well stated

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Makes effective use of available materials including digital content

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Considers time available and aware of adequate pacing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Carefully plans student assignments and plans student groupings according to instructional needs

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Technology Integration

• The teacher encourages the students to seek answers that can be sought by using the digital tool/content getting piloted or in conjunction with relevant online tools available to them.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Students actively work with the digital content.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Students are seen identifying, speaking to, or interpreting the digital content.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Students move quickly and seamlessly between virtual and live instruction, exhibiting a sense of direction and purpose.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Students use the digital tool/content getting piloted to communicate and work collaboratively for learning.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The digital tool/content getting piloted integrates well into the learning environment, functions with other digital, non­digital systems in place.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The digital tool/content getting piloted is immediately applicable to the scope of learning happening.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Learning concepts, procedures, and skills are made efficient by using the digital tool/content getting piloted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Students using the digital tool/content getting piloted can adjust the pace. (individualization)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• While using the digital tool/content getting piloted, students are seen making choices and having a voice in how and what they are learning.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Students have access to digital content anytime and anywhere

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Teacher Preparation and Professionalism

• Utilizes the use of Digital Content and/or other guides effectively

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Demonstrates sufficient mastery of content

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Provides for student participation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Uses logical, purposeful and thought-provoking questions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Provides interesting and adequate reinforcement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Varies procedures in working with pupils of varying abilities

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Displays evidence of teacher preparation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Classroom Management

• Works constructively with individual or group

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manages routine so as to avoid confusion

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Provides motivation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Materials for class are organized and available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Completion

• General Observation / Recommendations

• Name & Signature of Teacher / Instructor

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• Name & Signature of Evaluator

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