Teacher Observation Critical Analysis
Guiding Questions
After recording your lesson observation, answer at least three of the following
questions informed by the Danielson Framework. Be sure to address at least two
different categories from 3a, 3b, 3c, and 3d.
3a Communicating with Students
How might the teacher improve the clarity of instructions for all students? Explain.
How might the teacher better explain a concept for a particular student in the class?
Explain.
How might the teacher appropriately extend the students’ vocabulary building beyond
what was observed? Explain the potential effectiveness.
3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
To what extent did the teacher effectively use clarifying questions to assess students’
understanding/learning during the lesson? Explain.
How might the teacher improve his/her use of open ended questions? Explain.
How might the teacher further support students’ ability to ask questions during the
lesson? Explain.
3c Engaging Students in Learning
Explain the effectiveness how differentiation provided students alternate choices to
complete tasks?
To what extent did students initiate ideas that enriched the lesson? How was such
initiation nurtured by the teacher?
How might the teacher improve scaffolding within the lesson to advance students’
learning? Explain.
3d Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
To what extent do students ensure that the voices of their peers are heard within the
lesson? How does the teacher encourage an environment whereby students encourage
others to engage in discussion?
How might the teacher improve his/her use of multiple types of questions during the
lesson? Explain.
3e Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness
To what extent does the teacher demonstrate flexibility in classroom management
(i.e., modifying classroom management strategies) during the lesson to ensure student
engagement? Explain.
What instructional changes during the lesson does the teacher implement? How are
they effective? Explain.
How did or could have the teacher modify(ied) assessment practices during the lesson
to better understand student learning? Explain.
Conclusion
To conclude your reflective analysis, answer the following in complete sentences:
Were you to teach the same lesson with a similar student population, how would you
further engage at least two different students during the lesson beyond that which was
accomplished by the teacher. Justify your answer(s) in alignment with the unique
learning needs/goals for each student.
