Gordon State College
EDUC 4204/4404 Observation Form
Student Teaching
Initial Visit
1st Teaching Obsv.
2nd Teaching Obsv.
Mid-Term Eval. Conf.
Video Obsv. # 1
3rd Teaching Obsv.
Summative Eval. Conf.
Teacher Candidate:
School Site:
Grade Levels
Clinical Supervisor:
Start Time:
College Supervisor:
Finish Time:
Mark Indicators Observed:
Content and Curriculum
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
CF 1
Learning Environments, Planning and Instruction
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
CF 4
1-B.
Integration of Subject Content
4-B.
Advocacy
1-C.
Diversity
4-C.
Compassion and Understanding
1-D.
Dispositions
4.D.
Dispositions
Knowledge of Students
2-A.
The candidate demonstrates knowledge of educational
foundations within the contexts of, law, philosophy, psychology,
sociology, and technology.
Child Growth and Development
CF 2
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.
5-A.
Learning Design
2-B.
Learning Connections
5-B.
Management
2-C.
Critical Thinking
5-C.
Climate
2-D.
Dispositions
5.D.
Dispositions
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
CF 6
Assessment
7-A.
The candidate models expectations held for students in his/her
communication, demeanor, commitment to personal growth, and
sense of empathy.
Communication
9-A.
The candidate utilizes analysis of the individual student’s
assessment to make adjustments in teaching to improve
performance.
Analysis of Impact
7-B.
Exemplary Behaviors
9-B.
Reflective Planning
7-C.
Empathy
9-C.
Professional Growth
7.D.
Dispositions
9. D.
Dispositions
CF 7
CF 9
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
CF 10
Label and describe activity (s) observed on attached note pages. (Number of pages attached:
)
Label each activity with indicator and describe observations. Reference sources of evidence – DO (Direct
Observation) CWS (Candidate Work Sample) JE (Journal Entry)