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PEER OBSERVATION

Peer observation refers to a teacher or other observer closely watching and monitoring a language lesson or part of a lesson in order to gain an understanding of some aspect of teaching, learning, or classroom interaction.

Improves student experiences and engagement

Trust between the teachers observing and being observed

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Post observation conversation

Teacher and observer reflection

Peer observation

Pre observation conversation

Teacher self-reflection

A powerful tool for disseminating good practice throughout an experienced staff.

Gives teachers an opportunity to learn from each other in a non-threatening environment.

The purpose of observation is to learn from the observation experience. In order to do this, the observer cannot simply depend on memory. Procedures are needed that can be used to record information about the observation. We have made use of the following procedures, depending on the purpose of the observation.

Checklists

Field notes

Written narrative

Topic principal

Bring benefits to the person doing the observation as well as to the person doing the teaching

Peer observation can be

Summative

Formative

Support a focus on improving the impact of learning

Share ideas and suggestions openly and constructively to their mutual professional benefit.

Organization

Confidentiality

Follow-up

The observation

Background

Agreeing the format of the observations

Choosing your partner