Supervising Teacher Feedback Form • Observation # __1__
Lesson Plan and Observation – ED 201
Student Name: Tina Josephson
Supervising Teacher: Scott Lawrence
Cooperating Teacher: Kim Parkinson
Date: 11/20/09
Grade/Subject: 4th/Mathematics
School: Manitoba Elementary
Number of Students: 25
The statements below are drawn from the Wisconsin Standards for Teacher Development and Licensure and the Alverno Advanced
Abilities for Education. This feedback is intended to support you as you reflect on this teaching experience and refine your practice for
future lessons.
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Wisconsin Teaching Standards 1,7 (Conceptualization, Diagnosis)
Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed
Evidence (Candidate)
You planned and executed a very
You used teaching resources and curriculum materials and made some evaluations about
effective lesson plan for the
their usefulness.
students. You utilized materials that
You engaged students in learning.
engaged the students (playing cards)
and gave them relevant practice
You understand the importance of connecting instruction to students’ experiences.
with their math facts.
You believe that plans must always be open to adjustment and revision based on student You efficiently paced the lesson and
needs.
provided meaningful closure which
you adjusted to the needs of the
You value the importance of planning as an integral part of teaching.
class. All elements of the Alverno
You selected and created learning experiences that were appropriate and relevant to
design model were present.
learners.
____ Inadequate
____Emerging
____Proficient
__x__Distinctive
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CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT
Wisconsin Teaching Standards 2,3,5 (Coordination, Integrative Interaction)
Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed
You encouraged discussion, listened and responded to group interaction. You elicited
samples of student thinking orally and in writing.
You respected students as diverse individuals.
You were sensitive to community and cultural norms.
You recognized opportunities to demonstrate multiple perspectives.
You monitored independent and group work in field settings.
____ Inadequate
____Emerging
____Proficient
Evidence (Candidate and Student)
You set a positive and productive
learning environment. There were
many examples of student
participation. You monitored group
work effectively, gave clear
directions and offered students
positive encouragement and support.
Having a student model the game was
a great idea! You were in charge!
__x__Distinctive
INSTRUCTION
Wisconsin Teaching Standards 4, 6, 7 (Communication, Coordination, Diagnosis, Integrative Interaction)
Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed
Evidence (Candidate and Student)
You effectively reviewed key
You evaluated learning goals and considered alternative strategies and materials to meet
concepts in your introduction.
student needs.
The card game actively involved
You used some teaching and learning strategies to engage students in active learning
students and reinforced their
opportunities.
understanding of multiplication facts.
You modeled appropriate strategies
You presented concepts clearly and accurately.
for playing, shared processing
You were a thoughtful and responsive listener.
thoughts during the game and set
You modeled appropriate communication strategies in conveying ideas and information appropriate time limits.
and in asking questions.
You had clear procedures for
completing the game and provided
You communicated in ways that demonstrated sensitivity to cultural and gender
relevant closure for the lesson.
differences.
It was a well executed and paced
You connected instruction to students’ experiences.
lesson!
You adjusted and revised the lesson plan based on student needs.
____ Inadequate
____Emerging
____Proficient
__x__Distinctive
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ASSESSMENT
Wisconsin Teaching Standards 8,9 (Diagnosis, Integrative Interaction)
Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed
Evidence (Candidate and Student)
You provided students with timely and relevant
You used some assessment techniques to enhance your knowledge of
feedback to their questions and responses during
learners and modify your teaching and learning strategies.
discussion and group work.
You evaluated the effect of class activities, collecting information
The math sheet allowed students to show how
through observation of classroom interactions and questioning.
their math fact skills are developing.
You show a commitment to reflection, assessment, and learning as an Your closure made excellent connections to uses
ongoing process.
of cards and dice for learning outside of school.
You are very reflective about your classroom
You were willing to give and receive help.
practice.
You used classroom observation from the field to reflect on and revise
your practice.
____ Inadequate
____Emerging
____Proficient
__x__Distinctive
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Wisconsin Teaching Standard 10 (Communication, Integrative Interaction)
Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed
You related professionally and effectively with the cooperating teacher
and faculty.
You dressed professionally and consistently portrayed a professional
demeanor.
____ Inadequate
____Emerging
____Proficient
Evidence (Candidate and Student)
You dressed and conducted yourself very
professionally and interacted in a positive manner
with your cooperating teacher about your teaching
responsibilities.
__x__Distinctive
Summary Statement and Areas to Concentrate on Improving: An excellent first lesson, Tina! You provided the students with a well
developed and engaging learning activity. You were in charge and created a productive and positive learning environment for students.
Well done!
Overall Performance ____ Inadequate
____Emerging
____Proficient
__x__Distinctive
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