Date:
Gordon State College Early Childhood Education
Practicum Observation Form
Field Experience I
Initial Visit
Mid-Term
Interim Visit
Final Visit
Teacher Candidate:
School Site:
Grade Levels
Clinical Supervisor:
Start Time:
College Supervisor:
Finish Time:
Mark Indicators Observed:
Content and Curriculum
Learning Environments, Planning and Instruction
1-A.
The candidate demonstrates an accurate understanding of
elementary curriculum within the contexts of central concepts,
tools of inquiry, structures and engagement of learners.
Subject Matter
4-A.
The candidate is an advocate for the success of all
children in their care and provides nurturing guidance
appropriate to their development.
Respect
1-B.
Integration of Subject Content
4-B.
Advocacy
1-C.
Diversity
4-C.
Compassion and Understanding
1-D.
Dispositions
4.D.
Dispositions
CF 1
Knowledge of Students
CF 4
CF 5
The candidate demonstrates simplicity in articulation of
the curriculum based upon understanding the complexity
of learner needs and the systemic nature of assessment,
planning, and accommodations in teaching strategies.
2-A.
The candidate demonstrates knowledge of educational
foundations within the contexts of, law, philosophy,
psychology, sociology, and technology.
Child Growth and Development
5-A.
Learning Design
2-B.
Learning Connections
5-B.
Management
2-C.
Critical Thinking
5-C.
Climate
2-D.
Dispositions
5.D.
Dispositions
CF 2
3-A.
The candidate demonstrates knowledge of learning theory
within the contexts of child development, family and parent
dynamics, human exceptionalities and diversity.
Planning
6-A.
The candidate demonstrates an effective utilization of
technology and curricular resources in the
implementation of learning plans.
Learning Strategies
3-B.
Response to Diversity
6-B.
Media
3 C.
Appropriate Curriculum
6-C.
Technology
3.D.
Dispositions
6.D.
Dispositions
CF 3
Professionalism
Assessment
7-A.
The candidate models expectations held for students in his/her
communication, demeanor, commitment to personal growth,
and sense of empathy.
Communication
CF 7
CF 6
9-A.
The candidate utilizes analysis of the individual
student’s assessment to make adjustments in teaching to
improve performance.
Analysis of Impact
CF 9
7-B.
Exemplary Behaviors
9-B.
Reflective Planning
7-C.
Empathy
9-C.
Professional Growth
7.D.
Dispositions
9. D.
Dispositions
8-A.
The candidate collaborates with parents, other educators, and
members of the community to improve the learning process
for all students.
Collegiality
10-A.
The candidate encourages students to take responsibility
for their learning and provides multiple opportunities for
them to develop proficiency.
Formative Assessment
8-B.
Parent Communication
10-B.
Data Management
8-C.
8.D.
Sensitivity
Dispositions
10.C.
10.D.
Assessment for Learning
Dispositions
CF 8
(Number of pages attached:
CF 10
)
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Please write at least two specific comments about the lesson you observed: one comment
addressing an area of strength (glow statement) and one addressing a suggestion for
improvement (grow statement).
Signature of College Supervisor:
_____________________________________________
Date __________________________________
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