Professional Documents
Culture Documents
2nd Observation __
You planned a shared reading lesson using Ratty-Tatty, to focus on teaching children to make predictions, an objective very appropriate for this time in first grade. The lesson was one of the first lessons addressing predicting for the children. The plan reflected a theoretical model by including demonstration, participation, practice, and performance. You also included a strong introduction and closure. The whole plan kept the focus on the learning objective. You planned an introduction in which you were going to state the lesson objective and connect it to prior learning. You also planned to state why predicting is important for the children to be able to do. In your plan, you scripted out what you were going to say, particularly in the introduction, demonstration, and performance/closure parts of the lesson. This is so extremely helpful for you to rehearse the language you are going to use when you actually teach the lesson. You also planned specific times for student engagement throughout your lesson. In the future, remember to include in your plan appropriate strategies for meeting the varying needs of the children in your classroom. How did your plan accommodate those needs?
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Teachers and students connect to one another by smiling, sharing and helping. Respects each child as an individual. Supports students as they work independently and collaboratively. Manages transitions efficiently. Effectively uses resources and curriculum materials to develop the ideas being taught. Manages student attention by engaging them productively in learning experiences. Clearly communicates expectations and procedures for behavior and assignments.
____Inadequate
____Emerging
__X__Proficient
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Instruction (AEA: Communication, Coordination, Diagnosis, Integrative Interaction WTS: 1,2,4,5,6,7,10 DISP: Respect, Communication) Demonstrates knowledge of content throughout delivery. Presents content in developmentally appropriate ways. Consistently demonstrates enthusiasm. Models and supports active listening, discussion and thoughtful responses in reading, writing & speaking. Challenges and supports student thinking by using: o different types of explanations o various levels of questioning and discussion techniques-Blooms Taxonomy o techniques that repeat and/or extend student responses o a variety of modalities (visual, auditory, kinesthetic) Focuses student attention on lesson objectives. Actively engages students in meaningful learning and keeps them on task. Adapts plans as needed. Varies role in instructional process (instructor, facilitator, coach, audience) in relation to content, purposes of instruction and needs of learners. (Holdaway Model, etc.) Is respectful of cultural and gender differences. Relates learning to students previous learning and/or to students personal experiences.
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__X__Proficient
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Assessment (AEA: Diagnosis, Integrative Interaction WTS: 1,2,3,7,8,9 DISP: Reflection) Provides feedback to learners (oral and/or written). Focuses the students attention on the process of learning rather than just getting the correct answer or finishing an activity. Assessment relates directly to objectives. Students self assess (oral and/or written). Assessment was well chosen for lesson content. Uses information from lesson and assessment in planning of future lessons. Reflects on own performance in relation to student learning and WI teacher standards.
____Inadequate
____Emerging
__X__Proficient
____Distinctive
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Professional Responsibilities (AEA: Communication, Integrative Interaction WTS: 1,2,6,7,9,10 DISP: Respect, Responsibility, Reflection, Collaboration, Communication) Demonstrates professionalism through timely completion of work for Classroom ____ Seminar ____ Demonstrates professionalism through regular attendance, arriving on time. School ____ Seminar ____ Relates professionally and effectively with students, cooperating teacher____, staff____, and supervisor ____ (including initiating conversation, and problem solving). (Social Interaction at Level 4) Completes self -assessments, reflecting on planning and implementing of lessons. Is willing to give and receive help. Demonstrates Effective Citizenship by attending a school/parent event and completing an accompanying log. Actively participates in seminar by offering ideas, sharing materials and supporting peers. (Social Interaction at Level 4)
Evidence (Candidate)
You are professional in your interactions with your CT, your students, your colleagues in seminar, and with your supervising teacher. You consulted with me about your lessons and used the feedback from our conversations and feedback given on your lesson plans to strengthen your lessons. (What else did you learn from teaching this particular lesson besides the pronunciation/spelling of the word predict? You seemed to establish a really nice working relationship with your CT and the children in your classroom. You demonstrated responsibility in completing your assignments on time, and, for the most part, with consistent quality. You easily share your ideas and experiences with your colleagues in seminar.
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____Emerging
__X__Proficient
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Additional Comments: Fabi, you have learned a great deal in this field placement. Your confidence in the classroom will continue to grow as you gain more experience. A particular strength you have is your ability to collaborate with others to plan successful lessons. You easily take feedback and incorporate it into your plans. Nice work!
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