ALVERNO COLLEGE

LESSON PLAN and OBSERVATION

ED 321
Candidate: Alyssa Toetz

Check One: 1st Observation ___

Cooperating Teacher: Lindsey Kircher

Date: April 29, 2015

School: New Berlin West Middle School

Number of Students: 29
Grade: 7th

Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy

Chooses and creates learning experiences based on appropriate
objectives
Selects services or resources, e.g., media, technology, materials, to
reinforce instruction

Subject(s): English
Evidence (Candidate

Planning and Preparation (AEA: Conceptualization, DiagnosisWTS:

1,7DISP: Respect Responsibility)

2nd Observation X

Lesson Planning is strength of Alyssas.

Plans are thorough and address all key aspects of a well-designed
lesson.
Her effective implementation of the lesson results from her sound
lesson planning. Her plan is coherent, very well organized and easy
to follow.
Begins the lesson by explicitly stating the focus for the day and
providing clear instructions for each learning experience/task that is
part of the plan.
The agenda for the day is posted and the cooperative groups (7
groups today) are posted.
PowerPoint notes/instruction works very well to guide the lesson,
help students visualize the concepts, and refer to what they are
doing
Alyssa is very skilled at using the Smart Board.
Consider asking students to repeat to each other in pairs or have a
volunteer share with the whole class what is expected (what they
are to do) for each task.

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____Inadequate

____Emerging

____Proficient

X Distinctive

Classroom Environment (AEA: Coordination, Integrative Interaction

WTS: 2,3,5DISP: Respect, Responsibility)

Reinforces a learning community in which individual differences are

respected and in which students work collaboratively and independently
Plans for and delivers motivational instruction by relating lessons to
students interest, providing student choice, questioning and investigation
Organizes, allocates, and manages resources of time, space, activities
and attention to engage students productively
Maximizes the amount of class time spent in learning by creating
expectations and procedures for communication and behavior

Evidence (Candidate and Student)

Asked students politely to help pass out handoutsstudents were

eager to do so.
Alyssa has a very calm and relaxed dispositionwhich has calming
effect on the classroom.
Very good rapport and relationship with students.
Considerations:
Give more wait timeanother 2-3 seconds
Be sure to scan the entire room to see the hands going up to
answer/respond. Even if you cant call on all the students with their
hands up/or take their responseacknowledge them and explain
that there isnt enough time.

____Inadequate

____Emerging

X Proficient

____Distinctive

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Instruction (AEA: Communication, Coordination, Diagnosis, Integrative

InteractionWTS: 2,3,4,5,6,7DISP: Respect Responsibility)

Models and supports active listening, interactive discussion and thoughtful

responses in reading, writing and other media
Uses different types of explanation, levels of questioning and discussion
techniques to challenge and support student thinking
Actively engages students in meaningful learning
Adjusts instruction to meet student needs and styles in order to enhance
learning
Varies her/his role in the instructional process in relation to the content
and purposes of instruction
Communicates with sensitivity to cultural and gender differences

Evidence (Candidate and Student)

--Very effective visualthe puzzle was very effective in explaining
inferences (putting the puzzle pieces together).
--Provided prompts for students
--Modeled what students should do (worked very well)underlined in the
paragraphconnected to ration (because of her background knowledge
about the military). Then asked students to look at next paragraph-based
on clues in the text and their background knowledge
--Paraphrases student responses well/clearly. Be sure to continue
paraphrasing or repeating student responses especially when the class
cannot hear the student responsese.g. the great inference given about
starving and dehydrating and the girl in the front of the room in the pink
and blue tie-dyed shirt.
--Responded very effectively (respectfully and supportive) to the student
(girl) with special needs, e.g. Yes, so we can look at more important
words.
Uses articles that are current event and students can relate to.
Effective use of the post-its for the group work aspect of the lesson.

____Inadequate

____Emerging

X Proficient

____Distinctive

Assessment (AEA: Diagnosis, Integrative InteractionWTS: 8,9

DISP: Respect, Reflection)

Uses appropriate formal and informal assessment strategies that are

linked to lesson objectives
Monitors the impact of teaching on student learning, modifying plans and
instruction accordingly

Evidence (Candidate and Student)

Circulated room throughout learning experiences to see students progress
(individual and group work).
Assessment gets at higher level thinking (RAP checklist, annotation,
inferring, collaborating with peers, reflection)
Be sure to check for understanding before students begin task by asking
them to tell you or each other. Saves time not having to repeat
instructions.

____Inadequate

____Emerging

X Proficient

____Distinctive

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Evidence (Candidate)

Professional Responsibilities (AEA: Communication, Integrative

InteractionWTS: 10DISP: Collaboration, Communication)

Relates professionally and effectively with the cooperating teacher and

faculty
Dresses professionally and consistently portrays a professional demeanor
Reflects on own performance in relation to Alverno Education Abilities and
WI Teacher Standards

____Inadequate

____Emerging

X Proficient

Exhibits professional appearance and demeanor.

Collaborates well with cooperating teacher to plan teaching lesson.
Special education teacher in classroom support Alyssa during instruction.
They work well as a team.

____Distinctive

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Summary Statement and Areas to Concentrate on Improving:

:
Alyssa, it has been a true pleasure having you in class! As I mentioned to you allthis has been by most enjoyable ED 321 Middle School class! What you have
accomplished in this class as well as your other classes in your teacher education program has prepared you well to this point. Your assignments have been
thoughtfully completed and met the criteria/expectations and your teaching lessons as part of your field have been very well developed and taught. You are well on
your way to becoming a very effective teacher. Lets do stay in touch and if you need a reference or recommendationknow that I am more than willing to provide
one.

Overall Performance: ____Inadequate

____Emerging

X Proficient

____Distinctive

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