Supervising Teacher Feedback Form Observation # __1__

Lesson Plan and Observation ED 201

Student Name: Andrea Bowhall
Supervising Teacher: Scott Lawrence
Cooperating Teacher: Jenell Krause

Date: 4/18/13
School: Alcott
Number of Students: 4

Grade/Subject: Grade2/Language Arts

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)

A very well designed and prepared lesson! You

had a clear learning target and related
assessments. Your resources and learning
<INPUT TYPE=\You engaged students in learning.
experiences were engaging and related to
<INPUT TYPE=\You understand the importance of connecting instruction to students experiences. students experiences, especially your use of
<INPUT TYPE=\You believe that plans must always be open to adjustment and revision based on technology. Your instructional procedures were
student
detailed, emphasized key academic language
needs.
and concepts and included strategies for
<INPUT TYPE=\You value the importance of planning as an integral part of teaching.
individual needs. You had more activities than
<INPUT TYPE=\You selected and created learning experiences that were appropriate and relevant time. As we discussed, how could you have
to
more efficiently organized them to reinforce
learners.
your learning objective?
<INPUT TYPE=\You used teaching resources and curriculum materials and made some
evaluations about
their usefulness.

____ Inadequate

____Emerging

_x_ Proficient +

____Distinctive

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CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT
Wisconsin Teaching Standards 2,3,5 (Coordination, Integrative Interaction)

Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed

<INPUT TYPE=\You encouraged discussion, listened and responded to group interaction.
You elicited
samples of student thinking orally and in writing.
<INPUT TYPE=\You respected students as diverse individuals.
<INPUT TYPE=\You were sensitive to community and cultural norms.
<INPUT TYPE=\You recognized opportunities to demonstrate multiple perspectives.
<INPUT TYPE=\You monitored independent and group work in field settings.

____ Inadequate

____ Emerging

__x__ Proficient

Evidence (Candidate and Student)

You established a positive rapport with your
students and used praise effectively to
monitor their group and independent work.
Your questions and comments encouraged
discussion and interaction about the topic.
Students were eager to share their
experiences in relation to the learning
objective. You created a collaborative and
nurturing environment for learning.

____Distinctive

INSTRUCTION
Wisconsin Teaching Standards 4, 6, 7 (Communication, Coordination, Diagnosis, Integrative Interaction)

Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed

Evidence (Candidate and Student)

<INPUT TYPE=\You evaluated learning goals and considered alternative strategies and materials You started the lesson by eliciting what students
knew about facts and opinions. Students
to meet
student needs.
consistently provided evidence to support their
thinking from previous learning and background
<INPUT TYPE=\You used some teaching and learning strategies to engage students in active
experiences. Your resources and activities engaged
learning
opportunities.
students in their learning (Categorizing activity,
word processing on the computer, and the use of
<INPUT TYPE=\You presented concepts clearly and accurately.
Puppet Pals software). The categorizing activity
<INPUT TYPE=\You were a thoughtful and responsive listener.
structured student thinking about key terms
<INPUT TYPE=\You modeled appropriate communication strategies in conveying ideas and
regarding fact/opinion. As we discussed, you could
information
have used those varied characteristics to identify
and in asking questions.
which words or phrases best defined those two
<INPUT TYPE=\You communicated in ways that demonstrated sensitivity to cultural and gender
terms. You used your I Pad effectively to
differences.
communicate directions for the computer
<INPUT TYPE=\You connected instruction to students experiences.
activities, but it would have been beneficial to
<INPUT TYPE=\You adjusted and revised the lesson plan based on student needs.
brainstorm ideas about spring before having them
generate their facts/opinions. The Puppet Pals was
highly engaging and could have better served as the
outcome for your learning objective.
____ Inadequate

____ Emerging

__X__ Proficient

____Distinctive

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ASSESSMENT
Wisconsin Teaching Standards 8,9 (Diagnosis, Integrative Interaction)

Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed

<INPUT TYPE=\You used some assessment techniques to enhance your
knowledge of
learners and modify your teaching and learning strategies.
<INPUT TYPE=\You evaluated the effect of class activities, collecting

information
through observation of classroom interactions and questioning.
<INPUT TYPE=\You show a commitment to reflection, assessment, and

learning as an
ongoing process.
<INPUT TYPE=\You were willing to give and receive help.

Evidence (Candidate and Student)

You had formal and informal ways to assess
student performance (verbal descriptions and
word processed examples). Your questions
supplied criteria for judging their level of
understanding. I liked your planned closure. Too
bad you didnt get to use it!
You are very reflective about your teaching and
apply feedback constructively to improve your
instruction.

<INPUT TYPE=\You used classroom observation from the field to reflect on

and revise
your practice.
____ Inadequate

____ Emerging

__x__ Proficient

____Distinctive

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Wisconsin Teaching Standard 10 (Communication, Integrative Interaction)

Teacher Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions Observed

<INPUT TYPE=\You related professionally and effectively with the
cooperating teacher
and faculty.
<INPUT TYPE=\You dressed professionally and consistently portrayed a

Evidence (Candidate and Student)

You dressed and interacted in a professional
manner with your students and established a
very positive relationship with your cooperating
teacher!

professional
demeanor.
____ Inadequate

____Emerging

__x__ Proficient +

____Distinctive

Summary Statement and Areas to Concentrate on Improving: It was a well designed and developed lesson plan with clear objectives and
related assessments. Your resources and learning experiences were engaging, especially your use of technology. Your instruction related to student
experiences and encouraged them to share multiple perspectives on the topic. You developed key concepts related to the topic. Your learning
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environment was positive and supportive. See my suggestions for growth above, especially those shared in the instruction section. Overall, a very
positive start to your teaching, Andrea!
Overall Performance ____

Inadequate

____ Emerging

__x__ Proficient

____Distinctive

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