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
Comments:
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
Comments:
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
Comments:
Signature
of Supervisor _____________________________ Date
_______________
Signature
of Instructor ______________________________ Date
_______________
Instructor Comments:
(Please Attach)