EDUC 5312-Curriculum and Instructional Design

Classroom Observation Assignment

Observation Form 2

Observation Date: 5/25/24 Observation Time: 90 min.

Teacher Observed: Ms. Sarinana Subject/Grade Level: ELAR-Reading/7thGrade.

School Observed: Harmony School of Science El Paso Observer: Sema Engin

For the things you observed, place a check. Please explain further about the checked item
directly below the section. Provide overall
comments and reflections at the end.

STUDENT BEHAVIOR (MAJORITY OF STUDENTS):

_√_ On Task ___ Off Task _√__ Engaged __√___ Learning Successfully

Explain: Students who did not participate in project work during the study were warned with

effective questions and participate in a group of the study. But most of the students engaged in

learning activities. The time provided was enough for most of the students to be engaged in the

learning process. Teaching strategies were aligned with the objectives of the lesson to provide

successful learning for most of the students.

TEACHER STRATEGIES OBSERVED:

__ Modeling _√_ Question/Answer __ Lecture _√_ Monitoring Groups

__ Listening __ Problem-Solving __ Evaluating ___ Reading To Students

__ Modifying __ Integrating Content _√__Guiding Cooperative Groups

Explain: The teacher provided effective and clear answers for all the questions of the students

and guided project activity. The teacher used the question/answer technique effectively to

challenge students in critical thinking and encourage them to get involved in the learning

process.

TEACHING MATERIALS BEING USED:

___ Manipulatives ____ Workbooks __ Overhead Projector __ Smart Board

___ Chalkboard ____ Maps _√__ Computer √___ Projector

___ Books ____ Other Audiovisuals __ None

Explain: The teacher used technological tools effectively. She enabled them to create

presentations with Google slides.

TYPE OF STUDENT GROUPING:

_√__ Small Groups _____ Whole Group _____ Pairs ___√___ Individuals

Explain: During the class, the teacher was walking around groups of students. Students were

sitting in groups of four. But working individually. She changed the places of two students she

deemed necessary.

TYPE OF STUDENT ACTIVITY:

_√_ Worksheet ___ Listening _____ Writing ___ Reading _____ Performing

___ Journaling _√__ Discussing ___ Centers ___ Homework

_√__ Research ___ Investigation ___ Laboratory __√_ Using Technology

Explain: In my observation, students worked on worksheets as "do now" and "exit ticket"

activity. Beside of these activity, they prepared "google slides" using their Chromebook and they

search and discuss their topics.

MANAGEMENT/DISCIPLINE:

_√__ Stated Expectations for Behavior __ Positive Reinforcement

_√__ Redirection of Inappropriate Behavior _√__ Encouragement of Students

___ Self-disciplined Students _√__ Effective Time Management

__√_ Materials Ready ___ Enthusiasm for Teaching/Learning

Explain: Whole class knew the expectations for behaviors and all the materials were ready

before class started. The teacher encouraged her students and used time effectively. When the

teacher felt students were getting away from their task, she redirected them to appropriate

behavior.

OVERALL COMMENTS AND REFLECTIONS:

In general, it was a successful and active lesson. Most of the students got engaged and

participated actively. It seemed like both sides knew what they were expecting from each other

and there was a respectful and confident atmosphere in the class.