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Developmental Observations
Peer observations are used for classroom practioners to improve professional practice, professional knowledge, feedback and self-reflection - all of which are important for a teacher's professional development.
a structured approach that involves teachers observing each other's practice and learning from one another, focusing on teachers' individual needs and the opportunity to both learn from others' practice and offer constructive feedback to peers.
judgemental, emotive, unstructured, superficial or lacking an evidence base.
It is not a forum for making judgements about teacher effectiveness based on individual opinion, nor is it about performance management.
It is formative, not summative.
Stages of the Peer Observation Cycle
PRE-OBSERVATION MEETING
Peer Observation Tracking Sheet
WHILE OBSERVATION
be prepared for the classroom visit - the observation should be based on your usual practices, not uncharacteristic ones
students should be aware of the observation
observer gathers evidence inform collaborative reflection and feedback.
Teacher's approach on Giving Instruction
POST OBSERVATION CONVERSATION
To the observer
POST OBSERVATION CONVERSATION
To the observed
Some useful questions are
Tuesday
Thursday
7-18 Dec
30 Nov-4 Dec
determine partners
Mark
Pre-obs meetings
Observations
Ana
Fill in observation tracking sheets
Jake
Post- obs meetings
Upload tracking sheets on Drive
Sara
upload observation/ reflection forms