SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDENT TEACHING OBSERVATION EVALUATION
Art Education
Student Teacher Candidate
Date of Visit
Cooperating Teacher
Subject Area
University Supervisor
Grade Level
District
Length of Visit
School
Visit #
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Signature
Date
UNIVERSITY SUPERVISOR
STUDENT TEACHER CANDIDATE
COOPERATING TEACHER
Overall Scoring on Planning
Overall Scoring on Teaching
Overall Score on Impact on Student Learning
INTASC
STANDARDS
Knowledge of subject matter
Knowledge of human development &
learning
Instruction adapted to meet diverse learners
Use of multiple instructional strategies &
resources
Effective learning environment created
Effective communication
CCCT** INDICATORS & ATTRIBUTES
MET
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MET
MET
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IDENTIFY Behaviors,
Strengths, Weaknesses
Observed & Not Observed
1.3 Proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics
1.4 Understanding of central concepts & skills, tools of inquiry and structures of discipline(s)
1.1 Understanding of student learning & development
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1.2 Understanding of need for different learning approaches
1.6 Recognition of need to vary instructional methods
2.6 Employment of various instructional strategies in support of critical thinking, problem solving, and
skill development
2.4 creation of instructional opportunities supporting students’ academic, social and personal
development
2.3 Establishment and maintenance of appropriate behavior standards and creation of positive
learning environment
3.1 Professional conduct in accordance with the Code of Professional Responsibilities for Teachers.
3.2 Shared responsibility for student achievement and well-being
2.5 Use of verbal, nonverbal and media communication fostering individual and collaborative inquiry
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& Instructional Environment
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See notes on Teaching, Lesson,
& Instructional Environment
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Lesson Planning
Reflection and Professional Development
Assessment of Student Learning to Improve
Teaching
Partnership with School and Community
1.5 Knowledge of how to design and deliver instruction
2.1 Instructional planning based upon knowledge of subject, students, curriculum, and community
2.2 Selection and/or creation of learning tasks that makes subject meaningful for students.
3.3 Continuous self-evaluation regarding choices & actions on students and school community
3.4 Commitment to professional growth
3.6 Demonstrations of a commitment to students and a passion for improving the profession
2.7 Use of various assessment techniques to evaluate student learning & modify instruction
3.3 Continuous self-evaluation regarding choice & actions on students and school community
3.5 Leadership in the school community
*Interstate New Teachers Assessment and Support Consortium: Model Standards for Beginning Teacher Learning and Development
** Connecticut’s Common Core of Teaching
SUMMARY/COMMENTS
TEACHING
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Ideas, guidelines clearly presented
Demos/discussions/Q&A are interactive, engaging
Ability to improvise/adjust instructional methods
Projects assurance
Conveys respect/appreciation of students’ efforts
Monitors/assists-provides constructive criticism
Good use of instructional materials
Closure provided
Organization/classroom management
THE LESSON
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Content/procedures clearly thought through
Appropriate cognitive/developmental level
Engaged students
Allowed for in-depth learning
Included both technical and expressive components
Discipline-based/comprehensive
Content sequentially related to previous learning
Methods of evaluation/assessment
THE STUDENTS
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Applies concepts/skills
Exhibited technical control
Evidence of unique styles/solutions
Aesthetic quality/personal meaning
OUTCOMES-THE ARTWORK
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Applies concepts/skills
Exhibited technical control
Evidence of unique styles/solutions
Aesthetic quality/personal meaning
THE ART ROOM AND INSTRUCTIONAL ENVIRONMENT
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Visually attractive/instructive
Conducive to learning/working
Allows for student initiative/responsibility
Conducive to student-student interaction
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EXAMPLES/EVIDENCE/COMMENTS
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Outcome
See notes in Outcomes