EDUC 5312/3315-Curriculum and Instructional Design

Classroom Observation Assignment

Observation Form 2
Observation Date: __March 11, 2016__

Observation Time: __10:35-11:30__

Teacher Observed:__Ms. Mitchell__

Subject/Grade Level: __9th Grade Algebra I__

School Observed: __CMIT Academy__

Observer: __Hakan Orak__

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):

__X__ On Task _____ Off Task __X__ Engaged __X__ Learning Successfully
Explain: All students were on task from the beginning until the end of the lesson. They were
engaged in their work. Thus, they were learning successfully.

TEACHER STRATEGIES OBSERVED:

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

Explain: The teacher used direct instruction as well as integrated teaching methods. Students
learned the new topic by the teacher lecturing (direct instruction). Then, they practiced/enriched
their learning by group work (cooperative learning).

TEACHING MATERIALS BEING USED:

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

Explain: The teacher used the smart board throughout the lesson. It has tools that make Math
teaching effective and efficient by saving time. The teacher also used the textbook for direct
instruction and homework.

TYPE OF STUDENT GROUPING:

__X__ Small Groups

_____ Whole Group

_____ Pairs

_____ Individuals

Explain: The teacher used integrated teaching method of cooperative learning by

dividing students to small groups. Students worked on the assigned problems
collaboratively.

TYPE OF STUDENT ACTIVITY:

_X_
___
___
___

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

Explain:

Students studied worksheets for the warm-up and the group work. Worksheets help with
practicing Math concepts. Students were assigned with homework that is also a form of
worksheet.
MANAGEMENT/DISCIPLINE:
__X__ Stated Expectations for Behavior
____ Redirection of Inappropriate Behavior
__X__ Self-disciplined Students
_____ Materials Ready

_____ Positive Reinforcement

____ Encouragement of Students
_____ Effective Time Management
_____ Enthusiasm for Teaching/Learning

Explain:

Classroom procedures and routines had been communicated clearly. Student

expectations were clear. Students knew what to do from the beginning until the end of
the lesson. As a result, they were self-disciplined. The teacher did almost nothing in
terms of discipline.

OVERALL COMMENTS AND REFLECTIONS:

The teacher was in charge of the classroom. Students were engaged in learning. There
was an environment of respect. It was safe and orderly. The teacher used different
instructional strategies to ensure student learning. Students did individual and group
work. The teacher used the smart board effectively.