Student Teacher Observation Checklist
This is a general checklist that is very similar to the one a student teacher would receive from their college professor.

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Areas of Observation by Cooperating Teacher (Classroom Teacher)
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1. Is the student teacher prepared?
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2. Do they have knowledge of the subject matter and a purpose?
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3. Can the student teacher control students' behavior?
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4. Does the student teacher stay on topic?
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5. Is the student teacher enthusiastic about the lesson they are teaching?
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6. Does the student teacher have the ability to
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7. Is the student teacher able to present
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8. Do students actively participate in class activities and discussions?
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9. How do the students respond to the student teacher?
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10. Does the teacher communicate effectively?
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Areas of Observation by College Supervisor
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1. General appearance and demeanor
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2. Preparation
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3. Attitude towards the classroom
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4. Effectiveness of lessons
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5. Presenter effectiveness
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6. Classroom management and behavior
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Areas of Observation Used in Self-Evaluation
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1. Are my objectives clear?
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2. Did I teach my objective?
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3. Is my lesson timed well?
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4. Do I remain on one topic too long or too short?
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5. Do I use a clear voice?
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6. Was I organized?
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7. Is my handwriting legible?
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8. Do I use proper speech?
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9. Do I move around the classroom enough?
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10. Did I use a variety of teaching materials?
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11. Do I show enthusiasm?
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12. Do I have make good eye-contact with the students?
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13. Did I explain the lesson effectively?
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14. Were my directions clear?
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15. Did I show confidence and knowledge of the subject?