2 Tips To Prevent Your Students From Being Distracted During A Classroom Observation
Posted on: 28 July 2017
If you are a teacher, chances are good that you will find yourself in a classroom observation situation at some point. A classroom observation can be a good thing, since it can be a good way for you to get feedback about your teaching style. However, as you might already know, the idea of having someone watching you while you're teaching can be quite unnerving. Plus, not only can it be a tough situation for you, but it can also be incredibly distracting for your students as well. These are a few tips that can help you prevent your students from being distracted during your upcoming teacher observation.
1. Warn Your Students Ahead of Time
You will probably be notified ahead of time of your upcoming classroom observation. This is a good thing for most, since you probably would not want to suddenly be surprised by someone coming into your classroom to watch you teach. At the same time, your students might not like the idea of being observed without being told about it beforehand. In the days before the "big day," take the time to mention to your students that there will be a classroom observation. Then, they won't be surprised by the situation on the day of the observation.
2. Avoid Trying Anything New
Even though you might really want to show off your creativity and teaching skills, it's probably not a good idea to try a new teaching method or a new type of project on the day of your classroom observation. For one thing, this can make it harder for you to act naturally during the evaluation and might make you feel a little more stressed out. Plus, it might be tough for your students to pay attention to something new on a day that can already be a bit distracting. Therefore, you may want to choose an activity or lesson plan that you and your students are both familiar with and that you think your students will enjoy. This can make for a much easier day for everyone who is involved!
A classroom observation can be a good thing. However, it can also be distracting for both you and your students. Luckily, if you follow these tips, you can help ensure that you ace your classroom observation and that your kids are able to stay on track when there is something new going on in the classroom.
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