James Observation

March 28, 2024

Period 1 – 7:25 a.m.

Observing for:
Standard #2: The teacher uses an understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to
ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.
Use of varying materials to review/introduce lesson materials:
Quiz
QAR sheet
Chapter 20.2 material, involving Stalin Policy and destalinization in the Soviet Union.
Cold War Simulation

Closure: Cold War Simulation will be used to apply student knowledge of global geopolitical negotiations to
maneuver a win within a simulation. Accomplished
7:36 a.m. - Introduced goal of today’s lesson
Started with a quiz – reinforced and reviewed results – gave praise
7:50 a.m. - Moved to QAR sheet – pacing through the slides/sheets
7:57 a.m. – Introduced new material on Eastern Block – Lecture with slides
8:10 a.m. – Lively discussion of the simulation

Standard #2 Performance

Yes - The teacher designs, adapts, and delivers instruction to address each student’s diverse learning strengths and
needs.
The teacher uses teaching strategies that are sensitive to the multiple experiences and diversity of learners and that
allow for different ways of demonstrating learning.
Yes - The teacher makes appropriate provisions (e.g., variations in time, task demands, communication, assessment,
and response modes) for individual students who have particular learning differences or needs.
Yes - The teacher creates learning environments in which individual differences are respected and valued. The
teacher connects instruction to each student’s prior knowledge and experiences.
The teacher brings multiple perspectives to the discussion of content, including attention to students’ personal,
family, and community experiences and cultural norms.
The teacher incorporates tools of language development into planning and instruction, including strategies for
making content accessible to English language learners and for evaluating and supporting their development of
English proficiency.
The teacher accesses appropriate services and resources to meet specific learning differences or needs.