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Assessing Teaching: Generic Checklist |
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COMPETENCE | |
Knowledge of how young children learn | |
Knowledge of curriculum content | |
Initiative to acquire further knowledge | |
Explain / Illustrate concepts | |
COMMUNICATION | |
Clarity of expression | |
Correct grammar | |
Variety of vocabulary | |
Freedom from inappropriate slang | |
Correct pronunciation of words | |
Sustained projection of voice | |
QUESTIONING SKILLS | |
Precision in wording questions | |
Avoiding repetition and rephrasing of questions | |
Sufficient time for students to think | |
Good distribution among class | |
Organization of questions sequentially/logically | |
Ability to listen | |
Encouragement of interaction | |
Eye contact with students | |
Encourage further responses by others | |
Avoid repeating responses | |
Questions appropriate for age and ability level | |
TIMING | |
Maintain a suitable and varied pace | |
Sustain interest in learning process | |
PLANNING/ORGANIZING/TEACHING METHODS | |
Make clear objectives for lessons | |
Organizes sequentially and logically | |
Moves from simple to complex | |
Gives examples to clarify ideas | |
Stresses significant ideas/relationships | |
TEACHING TECHNIQUES | |
Tries various methods of presentation (cooperative learning, group activities, discussions, discovery, demonstrations, drama, games |
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Illustrative materials | |
Audio-visual equipment, computers | |
Activities presentation to meet student needs | |
Readiness to reject ineffective strategies | |
Tries other techniques (suggestions) | |
Receptive to associate's comments & suggestions |