Writing Observation with RT Literacy (Caroline Morritt) 16.5.23

Appraisal/TAI Observation Record

This is an observation that is primarily for the benefit of the teacher being observed – who sets up the observation with a particular area of interest and development of their own in mind. It is important that the person doing the observation knows what specific area of their practice the teacher is wanting feedback on. 

The teacher completes the parts in green prior to the observation, the observer collects the data,  notes any questions they have, Then at a feedback discussion, the observer and teacher discuss and complete the final sections.  

Appraiser Observing	Caroline Morritt	Observation Date	16/5/23
Teacher	Charlotte Verity	Observation Time
Topic being taught	Literacy - spelling and reading
(Teacher to complete): The specific area of my practice / a specific strategy I am trying to implement, that I would like data about or feedback in from the observation (in relation to an ‘on top’ issue or to an appraisal/TAI goal) : (e.g. – lesson sequencing; specific language being used; Deliberate Acts of Teaching; Feedback; Questioning; feedback/feed forward given; inclusion; differentiation techniques; behaviour management, positive reinforcement, effective use of time etc) Give as much detail here as you need to for the observer to be able to give you worthwhile information on the specific strategy or practice you are working on developing..
Pls give feedback on whether I am using the best method to address student’s needs, and develop their agility with sounds (spelling and reading) and orthographic mapping.  Any next steps or suggestions are welcome
I would like the data collected in the following way: (eg: tally of how many times...; map of my movement between groups; record of the questions I ask relating to my goal; record of my comments/feedback to determine if they were on the WALT or about something different; record of time spent with each child/group/on each part of the lesson... etc)

 

Data/Notes during Observation (from appraiser)	Questions for later? (e.g. Probing: I’m curious about... Talk about what you were expecting/looking to have happen when you...
Charlotte has added the notes below in her self reflection box. I can see the children on my roll making progress due to Charlotte’s diligent teaching. In particular, I see their foundations improving, meaning they will be able to proceed with firm foundations. Thank you, Charlotte, for your tireless work with this group.

 

Self Reflection: Now that I’ve gone through the Observation notes/data - what do I think?

Key Takeaways  Positives:  Keep up the heart word game (orthographic mapping) Keep up the focus on smooth blending / stretching out sounds - this is having a positive impact  Next Steps To try  Sound swap where chln have the one word, isolate the sound to change, then change it. Read and check the new word.  Try sound swap with whole class - those needing more support at front. All chln have their own whiteboard.  Give children words from book to read prior to reading text (warm up) - this could be on a whiteboard or piece of paper Write 5 bs then next line 5 ds (say cdcdcdcdcd) then write the big dog bit me THEN speed say, chln write, then chln read back to you (bdbbd e.g.)  Reading process; have chln read on own, stop and discuss (vocabulary unpack; comprehension) then read altogether (I do, we do) to model and practise phrasing and fluency.

Points discussed following the observation

So many wonderful suggestions - thank you Caroline! I tried the sound swap approach with the next group and it worked very well - I could see who was having trouble isolating sounds, and give them support and time to practise this skill. I’m looking fwd to trying the other strategies suggested, and observing Lisa and Krystal in future.

 

Agreed next steps – areas to set further goals in

Continue with above suggestions.

 

Appraiser Teacher ………………………..…..  Date  18th May 2023