To be completed by TRC Observer
OBSERVATION AND DISCUSSION REPORT
Tenure Candidate Observed:
Date(s) of Observation:
Course(s) or Activity(ies) Observed:
TRC Member/Title:
SECTION A: Candidate Teaching or Activity Observation
All information contained in this section should be first-hand information obtained by evaluating
members of the TRC during observations, pre- or post-observation discussions, and/or when
reviewing materials requested from the Candidate.
1. In what ways does the Candidate demonstrate skill in classroom teaching or the observed
activity?
 Please list any significant concerns that you may have in relation to question 1. For
each concern listed, reference specific evidence to support your concern.
 OR, check here if you have NO concerns.
2. In what ways does the Candidate demonstrate respect for students’ rights and needs?
 Please list any significant concerns that you may have in relation to question 2. For
each concern listed, reference specific evidence to support your concern.
 OR, check here if you have NO concerns.
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SECTION B: Department and/or College Roles and Responsibilities
All information contained in this section should be first-hand information obtained by evaluating
members of the TRC in appropriate venues. These venues are limited to the formal tenure
evaluation process, formal D/WG meetings, D/WG duties, and activities in which D/WG
members are expected to participate.
1. In what ways does the Candidate demonstrate fulfillment of non-instructional roles and
other responsibilities specifically listed in the employment job announcement?
 Please list any significant concerns that you may have in relation to question 1. For
each concern listed, reference specific evidence to support your concern.
 OR, check here if you have NO concerns.
2. In what ways does the Candidate demonstrate respect for colleagues and the educational
professions?
 Please list any significant concerns that you may have in relation to question 2. For
each concern listed, reference specific evidence to support your concern.
 OR, check here if you have NO concerns.
Date of Pre-Observation Discussion(s):
Date of Post-Observation Discussion(s):
Observer’s Statement:
 By checking this box, I verify these observations are first-hand information obtained in
appropriate venues and contexts as outlined in the Tenure Candidate Handbook.
Date:
Candidate’s Statement:
 By checking this box, I indicate I have read this report but do not necessarily agree with its
content. I understand I have the right to submit a Response to Observation and Discussion
Report.
Date:
Updated 04/2015
Notes:
1) Observer sends this form to the Tenure Coordinator for review by end of Week 9 in the fall semester or by end
of Week 15 in the spring semester.
2) Tenure Coordinator retains a copy and sends the document as a PDF to Candidate by Week 11 in the fall
semester or by Week 17 in the spring semester.
3) Candidate prints PDF, checks Candidate’s Statement box, and includes this form in the Evaluation Packet.
4) Candidate has a right to respond to this report by including a Response to Observation Report in the Evaluation
Packet.
Updated 04/2015