St.

Paul University Surigao

St. Paul University System
8400 Surigao City, Philippines

OBSERVATION INSTRUMENT FOR PRACTICE TEACHING

Name of Practice Teacher: _______________________________________________________

Name of Cooperating Teacher:____________________________________________________
Date of Observation: ___________________________________________________________
Subject Taught: ________________________________________________________________
Name of School: _______________________________________________________________

Please rate the practice teacher using the scale:

4 - Very satisfactory - The practice teacher exhibits an exemplary performance.

3 - Satisfactory - The practice teacher exhibits an acceptable performance.
2 - Fair - The practice teacher exhibits an unsatisfactory performance
1 - Poor - The practice teacher exhibits a very poor performance.

Indicators 4 3 2 1
TEACHER’S PERSONALITY
A. The teacher is neat and well-groomed.
B. The teacher is free from mannerisms that tend to
disturb the students’ attention.
C. The teacher’s personality is strong enough to command
respect and attention.
D. The teacher shows dynamism and enthusiasm.
E. The teacher has a well-modulated voice.

Indicators 4 3 2 1
INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVIIES
I. LESSON PLANNING
A. Lesson plan is well-prepared.
B. There is congruence between
1. objective and subject matter
2. objective and teaching procedure
3. objective and formative test
4. objective and assignment
II. CONTENT
A. The teacher demonstrates in-depth knowledge of
the subject matter.
B. The teacher is able to relate the lessons to actual
life situations.
C. The teacher keeps abreast of the new ideas and
understanding in the field.
D. The teacher gives sufficient and concrete examples
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St. Paul University System
8400 Surigao City, Philippines
to create meaningful learning experiences.
III. TEACHING METHODS
A. The teacher uses method/s that is/are suited to the
needs and capabilities of the students.
B. The teacher is creative enough to adapt his/her
method/s to the students’ capabilities.
C. The teacher uses visual aids and other examples to
illustrate the lessons.
D. The teacher makes effective use of the formative
test after teaching.
IV. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
A. The teacher has a systematic way of checking:
1. Attendance
2. Assignment/Homework/Agreement
3. Practice exercises
4. Group work/projects
5. Passing in and out of the room
6. Correcting, distributing and collecting papers
B. Order and discipline are present in the classroom.
C. Visual Aids are within easy reach by the teacher
while teaching.
V. QUESTIONING SKILLS
The teacher’s questioning skills stimulate discussion
in different ways such as:
1. Probing for learner’s understanding
2. Helping students articulate their ideas and
thinking process
3. Promoting risk-taking and problem-solving
4. Facilitating factual recall
5. Encouraging convergent and divergent thinking
6. Stimulating curiosity
7. Helping students ask questions

Comments/Suggestions:

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Printed Name and Signature of Practice Teacher Printed Name and Signature of Cooperating Teacher