Lesson Observation Form

Teacher: The Audio-Lingual Method (ALM) No. of students: 30

Observer: Diyana Dimitrova Date: 11/03/23
Rating Scale: 4 – Excellent; 3 – Very good; 2 - Fair; 1 - Poor
Abbreviations used: T- the Teacher; S – a student; Ss – the students

Lesson Planning and Performance

1. T starts a lesson in an engaging way. 4
2. Working with the lesson plan, T is flexible and responds to Ss interests. 4
3. T ensures smooth transitions between activities and tasks. 4
4. T adjusts the time schedule when unforeseen situations occur. 4
5. T times classroom activities to reflect individual Ss’ attention spans. 4
6. T finishes off a lesson in a focused way. 4

Content
1. T presents language content (vocabulary, grammar, topics) in ways which are appropriate for
individual Ss. 4
2. T relates the material taught to learners’ knowledge and previous experiences. 4
3. T relates the material taught to current events in local and international
contexts. 4
4. T relates the language taught to the culture of those who speak it. 4

Interaction with Students (Ss)

1. T gains the attention of Ss at the beginning of the lesson. 4
2. T keeps and maximises the attention of Ss during a lesson. 4
3. T is responsive and supports Ss’ initiative and interaction. 4
4. T encourages Ss’ participation. 4
5. T encourages a range of learning styles. 4
Classroom Management
1. T takes on different roles according to the needs of Ss and requirements of the activity
(resource person, mediator, supervisor etc.). 4
2. T creates opportunities for and manages individual, partner, group and whole class work.
4
3. T makes and uses resources efficiently (flashcards, charts, etc.). 4
4. T manages and uses instructional media efficiently (OHP, ICT, video etc.). 1
5. T supervises and assists Ss’ use of different forms of ICT both in and outside the classroom.
1

Classroom Language
1. T conducts the lesson in English. 4
2. T uses appropriately both English and Ss’ mother tongue. 4
3. T uses English to give explanations and clarifications. 4
4. T uses various strategies when Ss do not understand English. 4
5. T encourages Ss to use English in their activities. 4
6. T encourages Ss to relate English to other languages they speak
when necessary. 4

Further reading:
European Portfolio for Student Teachers of Languages (A reflection tool for language teacher
education) http://archive.ecml.at/mtp2/fte/pdf/C3_Epostl_E.pdf