Teachers I am looking forward to your first observation cycle and I understand that it is new and scary for you.
Yes, it is.
Our first step is to identify a focus area for the observation. What area do you think you need support with to improve student learning?
For me it’s making sure that students have meaningful discussions.
For me it’s managing transitions between lessons.
Good. Now create a checklist of 3-5 points on what your expectations are then we can discuss and finalise your checklist. This is what I will use in the observation to share feedback with you.
For Transitions - Learners have clear schedules; Clear and consistent signals for transitions; Activities are prepared and ready for learners at transition areas.
Excellent. Very clear expectations.
For Classroom Discussion - Look at the speaker; Raise your hand to agree or disagree; Build on speaker’s statements
Excellent. This will help you and your learners.
3 x 5 = ?
Yes. I appreciate that we are focussing on developing one aspect at a time.
Well done! Now let us confirm a date and time for the observation and the feedback session. Any thoughts?
3 x 5 = ?
I feel better now that I know what the focus will be.