Wing Yan Hui EDU111-86514 Teaching in America

Observation Assignment
1. Classroom Environment / Learning Environment
i. How many learning centers are in the classroom? What are they?
There are 9 centers in the classroom. They are Block center, Home Living Center,
Math center, Puppet theater, Dramatic Play, Science Center, iPad Center, Library,
Writing Center.
ii. How should a positive classroom environment be?
Positive wording on the wall, supportive teachers.
iii. Is the classroom accessible to all students, including those with disabilities?
Yes, there are enough space for handicapped.
iv. How can you observe the classroom is safe for students? Eg. First aid supplies,
fire exits, and emergency procedure.
There are First aid supplies, fire exits. Also, there is a floor plan how students
should go during emergency procedure.
v. How the desk or seating are arranged?
The 3 tables are in the middle of the classroom where students can see the
whiteboard and Smartboard clearly.

2. Student Engagement / Behavior

i. How do students engage with learning tasks and assignments? (Including their
level of effort and concentration)
ii. How conflicts or disagreements among students are managed and resolved?
iii. How do students share their ideas, opinions, and insights with the class?
iv. Is there disruptive behavior that may hinder the learning process?
v. How do students interact with their peers? (collaborative work and social
relationships)

3. Teaching Instruction / Assessment

i. What are some assessments that teachers are using?
ii. What are some questioning techniques that teachers used?
iii. How do teachers use technology to help students learning?
iv. How do students do self-assessment?
v. How do teachers give instruction to English learners?

4. Classroom Management Strategies and Initiatives

i. What are some behavioral expectations?
Wing Yan Hui EDU111-86514 Teaching in America

ii. What are the aids to have students’ attention?

iii. What are some transitions between activities?
iv. Do students know the classroom rules?
v. What are some positive reinforcement teachers use?

5. Professionalism / Professional Duties

i. Are there some training programs to teachers?
ii. How do teachers handle conflicts or disagreements with students in a
professional and respectful manner?
iii. Do teachers know about and follow the safety and emergency procedures?
iv. How do teachers communicate with parents?
v. How teachers manage the class time to ensure that instructional goals are met?