goEd Form Close without saving Edit Observation Form for Koh, Minna Person Completing Form: Boyd, Julie Sara Date of Observation: School: Grade / Subject: Lesson Title: Scoring Rubric: Proficient: The teacher candidate clearly understands the concepts underlying the component and implements it consistently to enhance teaching and learning. Basic: The teacher candidate appears to understand the concepts underlying the component, but does not yet implement the concept consistently. Not Using: The teacher candidate does not yet appear to use the concepts underlying the component. Working on the fundamental practices associated with this component will enable the teacher candidate to enhance teaching and learning. Not Applicable (Leave blank): This concept was not applicable to this particular lesson. Content Knowledge and Application The teacher candidate effectively uses multiple representations and explanations that capture key ideas in the discipline. The teacher candidate recognizes learner misconceptions in the discipline and creates experiences to build accurate conceptual Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A understanding. The teacher candidate uses supplementary materials and/or technologies effectively to ensure relevance and accessibility for all learners. The teacher candidate engages learners in applying content knowledge to real world problems. The teacher candidate helps students practice and deepens their understanding of new knowledge. Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Student's prior knowledge is utilized. Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Notes: Learner Development and Learning Differences The teacher candidate creates developmentally appropriate instruction. The teacher candidate differentiates instruction to meet particular learner differences or needs in each area of development: cognitive, Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A linguistic, social, emotional and physical. The teacher candidate scaffolds instruction when necessary. The teacher candidate paces the lesson appropriately. The teacher candidate includes ways to make content accessible for English Language Learners. The teacher candidate brings multiple perspectives to the discussion of content, including attention to the learners' personal, family and Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A community experiences and cultural norms. Notes: Planning and Preparation The teacher candidate individually and collaboratively selects and Not Using Basic creates developmentally appropriate curriculum goals and content Proficient N/A standards. The teacher candidate chooses appropriate strategies, materials and Not Using Basic accommodations to differentiate instruction for individuals and groups Proficient N/A of learners. The objectives of the lesson are clear and communicated to the students. Proficient The teacher candidate has organized the materials and activities in advance. Proficient Assignments are clear, purposeful and instructive. Not Using Not Using Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Notes: Instructional Strategies The teacher candidate uses the appropriate instructional strategies to meet the needs of individuals and groups of learners. The teacher candidate adjusts instruction in response to student learning needs. The teacher candidate varies his/her role in the instructional process (e.g., instructor, facilitator, coach, audience) in relation to the content Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A and purpose of instruction and the needs of learners. The teacher candidate engages all learners in developing higher order questioning and critical thinking skills. The teacher candidate engages learners in using a range of skills and materials to access, interpret evaluate and apply information. The teacher candidate uses a variety of instructional strategies to support and expand learner's communication through speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Notes: Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Learning Environment The teacher candidate establishes or maintains classroom rules and procedures. The teacher candidate engages the students by creating collaborative and self‑directed learning. The teacher candidate establishes and maintains respectful relationships with the students. The teacher candidate celebrates success. The teacher candidate enforces consequences consistently, critiquing the action, not the individual. Transitions are smooth and efficient. Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Notes: Assessment Assessments are aligned with the lesson objectives. The teacher candidate tracks student progress. The teacher candidate provides effective descriptive feedback to guide the learner's progress. Informal and/or formal assessment is used to gauge student mastery and the lesson's effectiveness. The teacher candidate creates opportunities for students to demonstrate their learning in different ways. Notes: Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Not Using Proficient Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A Basic N/A STRENGTHS OF THE LESSON: GOALS FOR NEXT OBSERVATION: Save : Choose this option to Save the Form and return to the Forms List. You may return to this form to edit it later. Save and Stay : Choose this option to Save the Form and continue editing. Save and Submit : WARNING! Choose this option to Save the Form and Submit it. Once you submit the form, you will no longer be able to edit it! The student will also be automatically notified that the form has been submitted. Copyright 2014 Help2Go Networks, LLC