The student teacher led a Grade 4 lesson on tornado formation and effects. The lesson was well-planned and organized, with clear explanations and differentiated tasks. Students were engaged through talk partners, groups, and a drama activity. The teacher effectively used behavior management strategies and allocated teaching assistant time. Areas for development included targeting questions to individual learner needs and reflecting more deeply on teaching practice. The observer noted exceptional teaching with clear student progress.
The student teacher led a Grade 4 lesson on tornado formation and effects. The lesson was well-planned and organized, with clear explanations and differentiated tasks. Students were engaged through talk partners, groups, and a drama activity. The teacher effectively used behavior management strategies and allocated teaching assistant time. Areas for development included targeting questions to individual learner needs and reflecting more deeply on teaching practice. The observer noted exceptional teaching with clear student progress.
The student teacher led a Grade 4 lesson on tornado formation and effects. The lesson was well-planned and organized, with clear explanations and differentiated tasks. Students were engaged through talk partners, groups, and a drama activity. The teacher effectively used behavior management strategies and allocated teaching assistant time. Areas for development included targeting questions to individual learner needs and reflecting more deeply on teaching practice. The observer noted exceptional teaching with clear student progress.
The student teacher led a Grade 4 lesson on tornado formation and effects. The lesson was well-planned and organized, with clear explanations and differentiated tasks. Students were engaged through talk partners, groups, and a drama activity. The teacher effectively used behavior management strategies and allocated teaching assistant time. Areas for development included targeting questions to individual learner needs and reflecting more deeply on teaching practice. The observer noted exceptional teaching with clear student progress.
Student teacher’s name: Hend Alyammahi Grade Level: Grade 4B Unit/Lesson: Tornadoes formation and their effects Date: November 4, 2018
Competency Area E G S M U
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(E = Excellent, G = Good, S = Satisfactory, M = Marginal, U = Unsatisfactory)
Professionalism / Planning for learning / (Includes knowledge & understanding of content) Implementing and Managing Learning / (Includes behavior management, language and delivery) Assessment / Reflection on Practice / Overview of the lesson: Planning was organised resulting in the class being given a clear explanation of tasks. Re-explained task and linked to the inquiry question Clear use of differentiation in both main and extension task Children were frequently asked to give reasoning and ask questions to further understanding- great use of talk partners and in groups. All pupils were reviewed and give additional support with the drama activity Great allocation of TA’s time and support to all ability children- particularly when explaining the effects of a tornado Children were provided with support diagrams to help with the process of acting and reasoning. HA extended further and challenged through using enhanced scientific vocabulary Good use of behavior strategies- 321 stop, hands free, clapping a rhythm. Well done for sharing children’s drama work, promoting high standards of learning within the classroom. Good use of peer assessment- 2 stars and wish Excellent preparation of resources to visualize learning Children wrote a written reflection of their learning- relating to the learner profile (knowledgeable/caring/inquirer/balanced)? Self-assessment was used with thumbs up/middle/down to reflect on the learning
Areas for development:
• Continue to focus on challenge through questioning. Questioning needs
to be targeted to the needs of each learner. • Be confident to direct support staff to help specific children based on assessment within the lesson. • Reflect on your own practice in greater depth to analyse both strengths and areas for further development
Focus for next lesson:
Focus on highlighted points above for next lesson.
Exceptional practice and clear display of progress within your teaching- very well done.