FORMATIVE OBSERVATION FORM
HUFEOS
Revised 2013
Intern ____________________________________________
Date/Time of Observation ___________________________
Grade/Subject __________________ School______________________ Cooperating Teacher _____________________________
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation
Key Words
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Knowledge of concepts
Relationship of concepts
Pedagogical techniques
Criteria
1a. Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy
Learning Page and Reflection 2, 5
 Knowledge of child
development
 Knowledge of the learning
process
 Knowledge of students’
skills, knowledge, and
language proficiency
 Knowledge of students’
interests and cultural heritage
 Knowledge of students’
special needs
1b. Demonstrating Knowledge of Students
Learning Page and Reflection 8
Class Summary 1-6
 Value, sequence, and
alignment of outcomes
 Clarity of outcomes
 Differentiated outcomes
 Balance of learning types
 Diversity in outcomes
1c. Setting Instructional Outcomes
Learning Page and Reflection 1
 Resources for classroom
use
 Resources to extend
content knowledge and
pedagogy
 Resources for students
1d. Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources
Learning Page and Reflection 7
Class Summary 9
 Learning activities
 Instructional materials and
resource
 Instructional groups
 Differentiation
 Lesson and unit structure
1e. Designing Coherent Instruction
Learning Page and Reflection 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
 Congruence with
instructional outcomes
 Criteria and standards
 Design of formative
assessments
 Use for planning
1f. Designing Student Assessments
Learning Page and Reflection 3
Summary:
Adapted from Charlotte Danielson’s
The Handbook for Enhancing Professional Practice
Suggestions:
HUFEOS#007
2013
Domain 2: Classroom Environment
Criteria
2a. Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport
Classroom Observation
Key Words
2b. Establishing a Culture for Learning
Classroom Observation
 Importance of content
 Expectations for learning
 Pride in work
2c. Managing Classroom Procedures
Classroom Observation
Class Summary 10, 11
 Instructional groups
 Transitions
 Materials and supplies
 Noninstructional duties
 Volunteers and
paraprofessionals
2d. Managing Student Behavior
Classroom Observation
 Expectations of conduct
 Monitoring behavior
 Response to misbehavior
2e. Organizing Physical Space
Classroom Observation
Class Summary 8
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Summary:
Adapted from Charlotte Danielson’s
The Handbook for Enhancing Professional Practice
 Teacher interaction with
students
 Student interaction with
student
 Caring
 Respect
 Humor
Safety
Accessibility
Arrangement of furniture
Physical resources
Suggestions:
HUFEOS#007
2013
Domain 3: Instruction
Key Words
Criteria
 Expectations for learning
 Directions
 Procedures
 Explanations of content
 Use of oral and written
language
3a. Communication with Students
Learning Page and Reflection
Classroom Observation
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Questioning
Discussion techniques
Participation
Everyone is heard
Wait time
 Engagement in activities
 Cognitive engagement
 Grouping
 Instructional materials
 Instructional resources
 Structure of lesson
 Pacing of lesson
3b: Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
Classroom Observation
3c. Engaging Students in Learning
Classroom Observation
 Assessment criteria
 Monitoring of student
learning
 Feedback to students
 Student self-assessment
 Student self-monitoring
3d: Using Assessment in Instruction
Classroom Observation
 Lesson adjustment
 Response to student
questions
 Teachable moment
 Persistence for student
learning
 Differentiation
 Instructional strategies
3e: Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness
Classroom Observation
Summary:
Adapted from Charlotte Danielson’s
The Handbook for Enhancing Professional Practice
Suggestions:
HUFEOS#007
2013
Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities
Key words
Criteria
 Accurate assessment of
effectiveness
 Suggestions for
strengthening lesson
 Alternative actions for
future lesson
4a: Reflecting on Teaching
Learning Page and Reflection 1-8
 Completion of
assignments
 Progress in learning
 Noninstructional records
4b: Maintaining Accurate Records
Class Summary 17
 Information to families
about instructional programs
 Information to families
about individual students
 Engagement of families in
the instructional program
4c: Communicating with Families
Class Summary 7
 Relationships with
colleagues
 Professional inquiry
 Service to school
 Participation in school and
district projects
4d: Participating in a Professional Learning Community
Class Summary 12, 14, 15
 Professional development
in content knowledge and
pedagogical skill
 Receptivity to feedback
from colleagues
 Service to the profession
4e: Growing and Developing Professionally
Class Summary 16
 Integrity and ethical
conduct
 Service to students
 Advocacy
 Decision making
 Compliance with school
and district regulations
4f: Showing Professionalism
Class Summary 13, 18
Summary:
Suggestions:
Observer’s Signature
Adapted from Charlotte Danielson’s
The Handbook for Enhancing Professional Practice
Date
HUFEOS#007
2013