Peer Observation Report

INSTRUCTOR'S NAME: ___________________________

Type of class observed:
_____ General lecture/discussion/demonstration        
_____ Open laboratory or studio
_____ Integrated lecture/laboratory or studio              
_____ Activity
_____ Instructional lab or studio

The following represents a checklist and rating of characteristics observed during the classroom observation. Each of the five areas observed is rated on the following scale:

  1. Superior                2. Satisfactory             3. Needs some improvement  

I. KNOWLEDGE OF SUBJECT.

How well does this instructor demonstrate knowledge of the subjects he/she is assigned to teach?

   1        2        3


_____Exhibits broad, accurate, up‑to‑date knowledge of subject

_____Demonstrates and relates subject to real life situations

Comments:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

II. ORGAN1ZATION OF CLASS.

How well does this instructor select and prepare the materials and format for the courses he/she is assigned to teach?

   1       2        3

 

_____Describes objectives for session

_____Sequences topics logically

_____Integrates lecture, discussion, and exercises

_____Ties material/concepts to other segments

_____Reviews main points at end of session

 Comments:

 

 

 

III. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT.

How well does this instructor perform responsibilities related to management of the classroom?

   1        2       3

_____Arrives on time

_____Uses positive reinforcement/constructive criticism

_____Deals with disruption effectively

_____Brings session to close in a timely manner

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IV. INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES.

    How effective am the instructional techniques used by this instructor?

   1        2        3


_____Exhibits enthusiasm

_____Speaks clearly

_____Maintains good eye contact

_____Uses movement, gestures to hold attention

_____Uses variety of techniques

_____Encourages critical thinking

_____Makes session interesting

_____Presents material in an organized manner

_____Defines new terms

_____Encourages participation

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V. CLASSROOM CLIMATE

How well does this instructor work with students?

   1        2        3

 

_____Fosters communication

_____Displays genuine concern for student development

_____Receptive to questions

_____Open to interruption

_____Sensitive to student problems and points of view

_____Knows students' names and uses them


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Signature of Supervisor _____________________________ Date _______________

Signature of Instructor ______________________________ Date _______________

 

Instructor Comments: (Please Attach)