Class Observation
Rubric for Classroom Observation
Name of observer: ____________________
Course name and number _____________________________
Date(s) of observation _______________________________
Description of location observed ___Online____________________
Conceptualization of the Course
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Below Expectations (consistently at this level; some teaching at this level) |
Meets Expectations |
Demonstrates Expertise (some teaching at this level, consistently at this level) |
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The course has explicit learning goals |
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Readings, assignments, and daily activities support student learning goals |
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The readings, assignments, and daily activities are appropriate to the subject and level of the course. |
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The course adequately prepares students for subsequent courses in the curriculum and/or meets the general education attributes assigned to it |
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Overall assessment of course conceptualization (Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor)
Additional Comments (under 50 words):
Content
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Below Expectations (consistently at this level; some teaching at this level) |
Meets Expectations |
Demonstrates Expertise (some teaching at this level, consistently at this level) |
Not Applicable |
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The content presented is appropriate for the level and type of course, and consistent with the learning goals for the course |
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Theories, methodologies, debates, and scholarship pertinent to the learning goals of the course are introduced |
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Overall assessment of course conceptualization (Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor)
Additional Comments (under 50 words):
Pedagogy
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Below Expectations (consistently at this level; some teaching at this level) |
Meets Expectations |
Demonstrates Expertise (some teaching at this level, consistently at this level) |
Not Applicable |
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Readings, other assignments, and examinations reinforce student learning of content |
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Presentation of content, theories, methodologies, and scholarship is clear and accurate |
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Opportunities exist for students to pose questions, explore the matter in class more fully |
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Questions that the professor poses Are understandable and invite discussion |
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Syllabus indicates that classroom activities are varied to adapt to different learning styles appropriate to the subject and level of the course. |
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Overall assessment of course conceptualization (Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor)
Additional Comments (under 50 words):
Classroom Climate
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Below Expectations (consistently at this level; some teaching at this level) |
Meets Expectations |
Demonstrates Expertise (some teaching at this level, consistently at this level) |
Not Applicable |
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Class begins and ends on time |
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The instructor shows interest in students |
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The instructor shows interest in the subject |
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The instructor treats students equitably, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, learning style, etc. |
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The instructor fosters a climate of respect |
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Student participation in discussions and other activities is broad; students of different genders, races, nations and backgrounds participate actively and often |
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Overall assessment of classroom climate (Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, NA)
Additional Comments (under 50 words):
Overall Quality of Teaching (Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor)
Summary Remarks (50-100 words)
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