Doubles Doubles Lesson Plan Feedback

Notes on Observation of Lesson

                                      

Subject/Grade: Math/1-2

Topic of Lesson:  Addition

Standards:

1. Curriculum and Instruction (Planning)

 **Complete lesson plan based on state standards and frameworks

 **Outlined instructional procedures

**Lesson was designed with clear objectives

2. Instruction (Delivery)

**Communicated clearly

 **Provided positive feedback and encouragement

**Activated learning by reviewing previously taught material

**Used questioning to stimulate thinking and encouraged students to respond

3. Classroom Climate (Management)

**Maintained a positive learning environment for students

** Used a relaxed and gentle demeanor throughout the lesson

4. Equity (Promotion)

**Encouraged students to put forth their best efforts

**Demonstrated respect for the students as learners

5. Professional Responsibilities

** Conveyed knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, the subject matter to student

This was a very good lesson. You were well prepared and had a clear understanding of what you wanted to do during this time. Your demeanor and style supported the children’s learning and good level of engagement.  The manner in which you spoke conveyed a respect for all students as learners.  You created a safe, intimate learning environment that enabled everyone to learn.  It’s clear that in a short time, you have established good relationships and the students.

You designed a detailed, well-articulated lesson plan that included state standards, objectives, materials to enhance and support students’ learning, and instructional steps. I was glad to see that you began with a review.  It was a good way to get students’ attention, activate their learning, and determine if students were ready for today’s lesson. The double double booklet that you created was an excellent learning tool. By sharing the one you made as a model for students to follow motivated them, focused them, and helped them

understand double double addition equations. 

Your instructional delivery is highlighted by your patience, kindness and respect for the students as learners. Students eagerly participated. Throughout the lesson, you made sure to give each one an opportunity to contribute. You created and maintained a climate that supports learning, and, as a result, students remained focused and engaged. As you circulated between the two groups you offered, encouragement, guidance and redirection as necessary.  I was happy to see you offer one student, who had finished a little ahead of time, a challenge activity to complete. These are all essential elements to effective instruction.

You ensured accurate assessment of students’ learning throughout the lesson.   You conferenced with each student. You examined their work, chatted with them about double double addition equations, and provided support, praise and reinstruction when necessary. With each child you exhibited respect and interest in their work. As a result of your observations and conversations, you had the data you needed to assess their understanding of double addition equations.

In conclusion, this was an excellent lesson. You provided students with a learning experience that was interesting, challenging and engaging. They were focused, interested and motivated to learn. Throughout this lesson you consistently demonstrated enthusiasm for the subject matter and for teaching.  Good job.

Reflection on Feedback:  I think this lesson went really well. The students were really engaged and I felt they learned a lot from the lesson. I am excited my supervisor saw the amount of planning that went into the lesson and was happy with the level of student engagement. I also tried to conference with each child during the lesson and was happy my supervisor picked up on that.