Texas Tech University Department of Agricultural Education and Communications Student Teacher Lesson Evaluation Student Teacher:___________________________ Evaluated by: Class: Date: Topic: ********************************************************************************************* Codes: Appropriate (√) Strong or Positive (+) Assessment Criteria PREPARATION Organized and structured teaching plan developed Objectives were clear and appropriate All teaching materials ready and available Communicated objectives verbally and/or in writing Employed an effective interest approach PRESENTATION Utilized appropriate instructional techniques Presented material in a logical sequence Explained concepts and gave directions with clarity Content taught was accurate and appropriate Summarized key points and concepts APPLICATION Provided opportunity to apply & practice concepts/skills Demonstrated technical knowledge of the subject Discussed and evaluated solutions to problems, decisions that were made, and/or study questions EVALUATION Used appropriate evaluation tools/techniques Provided students with specific evaluative feedback and knowledge of their progress THROUGHOUT THE LESSON Questioning techniques were used effectively Encouraged students to contribute to the discussion Avoided the use of criticism Used verbal and non-verbal positive reinforcement Instructional aids were used effectively Attention directed to all students with eye contact Was task oriented and made efficient use of time Displayed effective classroom management Exhibited enthusiasm and creativity Labs were organized with proper safety adherence Weak or Negative (-) Code Not Observed (O) Notes/Comments