Classroom Observation and Feedback P erformance Review Staff Development

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.

Specialist Schools Revised Curriculum LMS Together Towards Improvement SENDO ET Strategy Curran Inquiry I & II Numeracy Strategy Literacy Strategy Extended School Demographics Specialist Schools Revised Curriculum LMS Together Towards Improvement SENDO ET Strategy Curran Inquiry I & II Numeracy Strategy Literacy Strategy Extended School Demographics

Vision (PRSD Scheme – Vision Statement) The schemes 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 Session 2

Aims (PRSD Scheme 2.1) 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 Session 2

Aims (PRSD Scheme 2.1) 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 Session 2

Classroom/Task Observation (PRSD Scheme 4.7) 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 Session 2

Fundamental Principles If the schemes 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) Session 2

Protocols Specific WHAT Agreed Related to objectives WHENPre-agreed dates/ Times WHERE Role of reviewer during observation When FEEDBACK Where Format

Completing the observation sheet Similarities/Differences between A & B

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