Eastern Michigan University

Student Teaching Evaluation

 

Caring professional educators for a diverse and democratic society.

 

Evaluation of growth in student teaching is a continuing process shared by the student teacher, the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor. The formal written assessments of student teaching are the mid-semester evaluation and the final evaluation. The mid-semester evaluation provides valuable feedback to the student teacher regarding professional growth and is submitted as an interim assessment. Both the mid-term and the final assessment should assess the instructional effectiveness and professional competence of the teacher. These include feedback on Content and Pedagogy, Professional Dispositions, and Communication Skills.

 

Directions: Select the appropriate description from choices 1-5. Darken one choice for each item.

 

1.        Very Limited Demonstrates behaviors unacceptable for a beginning teacher

2.        Somewhat Limited        Demonstrates behaviors likely to limit success as a beginning teacher

3.        Satisfactory                   Meets basic expectations for a beginning teacher

4.        Very Good                     Exceeds basic expectations for a beginning teacher

5.        Exceptional                    Behavior is outstanding for a beginning teacher

 

 

I.                   Caring educators are committed to all students' learning within supportive learning communities. They are student-focused and persistent in pursing high and appropriate expectations for all students.

 

1. Sets high realistic expectations for all students

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

2. Listens to students thoughtfully and responds appropriately

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

3. Interacts positively with students to promote cooperation, positive interpersonal skills and self-esteem

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

4. Demonstrates willingness to participate in school-based and community activities

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

5. Focuses professional decision-making on student needs rather than personal preferences

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

 

II.                Professional educators are knowledgeable regarding content, pedagogy, and educational technologies.

 

6. Demonstrates master of subject matter.

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

7. Organizes content around key ideas

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

8. Establishes intermediate and long-range objectives based on state standards

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

9. Assesses students' prior knowledge

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

10. Plans lessons based on current instructional level of students

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

11. Develops clear and comprehensive daily lesson plans

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

12. Implements objectives as described in lesson plans

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

13. Uses a variety of appropriate instructional strategies

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

14. Uses developmentally appropriate materials and strategies

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

15. Provides for active student involvement with key ideas of content

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

16. Gives clear and appropriate directions

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

17. Demonstrates effective questioning skills

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

18. Encourages higher level thinking (e.g. critical and creative thinking, problem solving)

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

19. Provides students with useful feedback

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

20. Utilizes spontaneous learning situations

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

 


21. Defines and communicates expected student behavior

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

22. Manages student behavior in small-group activities

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

23. Manages student behavior in large-group activities

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

24. Manages transitions effectively

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

25. Maximizes use of class time

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed

1

2

3

4

5

 

26. Checks for understanding frequently during instruction

Very Limited

Somewhat Limited

Satisfactory

Very Good

Exceptional

Not Observed