Classroom Observation and Feedback

1. Classroom Observation and Feedback Performance Review Staff Development

2. Aims of the Workshop TO: • Set classroom observation and feedback in the context of PRSD • Examine the mechanics of both classroom observation and feedback • Plan for both • Give participants an opportunity to play the role of both reviewee and reviewer in a feedback session.

3. ET Strategy ET Strategy Specialist Schools Specialist Schools Together Towards Improvement Together Towards Improvement Revised Curriculum Revised Curriculum SENDO SENDO Curran Inquiry I & II Curran Inquiry I & II LMS LMS Numeracy Strategy Numeracy Strategy Demographics Demographics Literacy Strategy Literacy Strategy Extended School Extended School School Development Plan School Development Plan Performance Review and Staff Development Performance Review and Staff Development

4. Vision(PRSD Scheme – Vision Statement) Session 2 The scheme’s vision statement says that it is integral to the school development planning process • recognises the significant skills, abilities and experience of teachers • will foster their continuing professional development • will seek to provide for all pupils the highest quality learning and teaching

5. Aims (PRSD Scheme 2.1) Session 2 The scheme declares that it aims to • recognise the contribution of teachers to achieving the aims of the school development plan and help them to identify ways of enhancing their skills and performance • identify the professional needs and necessary resources to support teachers in their professional development and career progression • increase teachers’ participation in decision-making and career planning • develop in teachers a greater sense of control over their work

6. Aims (PRSD Scheme 2.1) Session 2 The scheme goes on to state that it seeks to • enhance the quality of education • inform the management of schools • improve teacher morale and motivation • be seen by staff as enabling • be manageable and minimise bureaucracy

7. Classroom/Task Observation(PRSD Scheme 4.7) Session 2 • part of the review process for everyone • occurs on 2 occasions – of a maximum period of 1 hour and to take place prior to the review discussion • related to the objectives set at the initial meeting • designed to provide relevant evidence • conducted in a manner consistent with fundamental principles • value of agreed protocols for monitoring and observation established at the initial meeting • use of observation recording documentation

8. Fundamental Principles Session 2 If the scheme’s aims are to be achieved, the review process in schools must be built on the following - professionalism - confidentiality - sensitivity - openness and transparency - equity and fairness - trust and confidence Reference: PRSD Handbook (Section 4.4)

9. Protocols Specific • WHAT Agreed Related to objectives • WHEN Pre-agreed dates/ Times • WHERE Role of reviewer during observation When • FEEDBACK Where Format

10. Workshop 1 Completing the observation sheet Similarities/Differences between “A” & “B”

11. Feedback Tips • Balance strengths/areas for development • Balance talking/Listening • Plan carefully (with the reviewee in mind) • Ensure Privacy • No interruptions • Use positive body language • Clear guidance for future action