peer observation document

1. Sultan Qaboos University
College Of Education
ILT Department
Peer observation instrument
to evaluate the technical and
pedagogical features of
Hyper Studio
Asma Salim Al-Balushi
U068699@squ.edu.om
Tech4102 course

2. DIRECTIONS FOR USE
1. PRE-OBSERVATION FORM
This form is to be filled out by the teacher. The form is emailed to the teacher and
returned to the observer along with the lesson plan at least one day prior to the
observation.
Purpose: a) To provide context for the observer; b) to obtain information about
the teacher's thinking on the lesson plan; c) to establish rapport with the teacher;
d) to provide background data for interpretation of study results; e) to provide
qualitative data about teacher planning.
How: Observer verifies data at the time of the observation.
2. TIMED INTERVAL OBSERVATIONS
This form is to be filled out by the observer.
When: During the observation.
Purpose: Data collection.
How: Note the time you begin. Begin observing and marking when the teacher
indicates the lesson begins. Mark the
questions in sequence. Observe for two minutes and record for one minute. Do
not stop recording just because the data
mark is the same as the previous period.
3. POST-CONFERENCE FORM
This form is to be filled out by the observer.
When: At the conclusion of the observation or during a scheduled post-
conference.
Purpose: a) to provide context for the data; b) to verify information in pre-
observation form; c) to note any changes from the expected plan.

3. Pre ­ Observation Form
Instructor : ………………………………… Course:………………………………….
No. of students: ……………………………. Number of years teaching:…………......
1. Will this be in a regular classroom or a lab?
2. Describe this lesson briefly.
3. What software will students use? And For what purpose?
4. what are the learning goals ?
5. how will you assess the students' performance?
6. Will there be any handouts for students?
If so, please make a copy for the observers
* Other information observers should know:
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4. Class Observation Form
Instructor evaluated_______________________ Course______________________
Number of students present___________ Date________________________
Evaluator(s)___________________________________________________________
Purpose: The purpose of this classroom observation is (1)to evaluate the range of
instructor’s roles and how this support students’ understanding , (2) to investigate the
level of interaction to improve teaching performance, and , (3) to assess the flexibility of
using Hyper Studio within instruction .
Instructions: Please consider each item carefully and choose the most appropriate
response .
Type of Computer Software Used :
o Web-browser
o Drill & practice
o Simulation
o Authoring tool
student Grouping :
o Individual
o Pairs
o Whole class
o Groups (average size…….)
o Other (specify)………
1. Indicate your responses to each of the questions and then add comments below the table

5. respects Meets expectations in some
Meets expectations in few or no
Meets expectations in all respects
Ease of use
respects
menus, cards, stacks designs and general layout interface
are consistent
Buttons are easy to find and use
learners can navigate easily through cards
it presents information or tips on the design elements of
each individual card in the presentation
learners can easily create a project map
Learners are able to create a stack contains title card,
table of contents, and information cards successfully
Learners can create consistent transition between cards
for a desired special effect
Learners can easily use borders and rules to separate
elements
They can add sound clips, animations, video and images
easily
They know how to save stacks
Learners can add scripts for voice recording
Students enjoy using this program
Comments and suggestions for improvements :
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2. Indicate your responses to each of the questions and then add comments below the table

6. respects Meets expectations in some
Meets expectations in few or no
Meets expectations in all respects
Navigation
respects
buttons are navigational and may launch other
applications
Hyperstudio has an easy to follow navigation system
Ability to switch from topic to topic and media to media
easily
Professional look of presentations
Consistent links between cards
The first stack provide a map
Uses class time effectively
Explains important menus simply and clearly
Encourages critical thinking and analysis
Comments and suggestions for improvements :
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3. Indicate your responses to each of the questions and then add comments below the table

7. respects Meets expectations in some
Meets expectations in few or no
Meets expectations in all respects
Interactivity
respects
Allowing for reflection (intrapersonal interaction) , and
collaborative team work (interpersonal)
Allowing for interactivity with the software by explore it
Using multimedia in teaching the software
Applying what has been taught
Allowing for learner response & providing feedback
Guide learners to create presentations with different
multimedia elements
Using a variety of interaction between teacher/student and
student/student
the learner always knows how to proceed
If discussion took place, how well did the instructor
moderate it?
How did the instructor respond to students' questions and
comments?
Present the stacks to the classmates and discuss them
(peer review)
What worked well in the class?
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What could have been improved?
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8. 4. Below is a list of instructor behaviors that may occur within a given class or
course. Please use it as guide to making observations. Indicate your responses to
each of the questions and then add comments below the table
respects Meets expectations in some
Meets expectations in few or no
Meets expectations in all respects
Instructor’s roles
respects
Guide the students through the design phase of their hyper
studio creation
model how to use the software and practice designing
projects with the class before they are expected to do so
independently
Beginning with simple themes
Spend at least one class period allowing students to
experiment the software
may decide to make posters listing general procedures for
students to refer to when using the software
support students as they may run into various computer
problems
Review some of the basic design tips
Step-by-step instructions for work that needs to take place
before students begin working at the computer
Monitor the student progress through the project
Define unfamiliar terms, concepts, and principles
Guide learners to create presentations with different
multimedia elements
Comments and suggestions for improvements :

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Post­Observation Form
Answer following questions:
• Did students use technology as planned?
• Describe lesson briefly.
• Were there obstacles to implementing the lesson plan with students?
Describe the obstacles. What might you do differently the next time?
• How was learning assessed? How will the results be used?
• Other relevant information: