Walk+Throughs+Look+Fors+Observations


 * We use Eduphoria software for collecting observation data. We use a "Look For" template developed by the Dana Center at UT Austin to collect "system data". We can use a variety of other templates for collecting data on separate teachers. Currently we use on provided by RHS.

PDAS software of course is clearly prescribed and fomatted with Eduphoria.

Most walk-throughs (other than Look Fors) can be rather subjective. For the assistance of the staff, Mr. Farr put out a list of criteria he focuses on when visiting classrooms.

THE FIRST IMPRESSION – 10 SECONDS** When someone first walks in, do they feel welcome, comfortable and encouraged to get involved? What is the energy level of the classroom? Is the lesson objective clearly stated and posted where everyone sees it? Is student work posted? Are EXEMPLARS posted (clear examples of excellent work that reflect the teacher’s expectations about work products)? Are students on-task – any heads on desks? What Continuous Improvement Practices are there evidence of? Is it just the teacher talking? Is there appropriate buzz? Does student activity reflect understanding of the objective? What instructional practices are in use? What group formats are being used? What instructional strategies are being used? Do your materials vary? Are you hitting the higher levels of learning (eg. analysis, synthesis, evaluation)? Are different learning styles being accommodated? Is the lesson on grade-level (for subject and TEKS)? Do the students seem to be meaningfully engaged?
 * THE FIRST 60 SECONDS – LOOK**
 * THE FIRST 60 SECONDS – LISTEN**
 * THE NEXT “DEEP 3” MINUTES:**