EDU619 Assignment 2 Solution and Discussion

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Classroom Observation Form
B.Ed One Year Teaching Practice
Virtual University of Pakistan
Please spend the required number of observation hours in the elementary grades (6 - 8) in the school that you have identified and fill in this form.
Learning Theories

1. Which learning theory is being used by the teacher in her teaching approach? Support your answer by giving three examples. /3
   Classroom Management

2. What is the physical seating arrangement in the class and how is it affecting the classroom management? /3

3. Which types of management approaches are being used in the class? /2
   • Overt Management Approaches
   • Covert Management Approaches

4. Which models of classroom management are being used in the class? Please give an example of your observation. /2
   • Assertive discipline
   • Logical consequences
   • Teacher effectiveness training

5. Which of the following management styles does the teacher follow? Please support your answer with an example. /2
   • Strong Control
   • Teacher Preparedness
   • Laissez-Fair
   • Moderate Control

6. Which reward mechanism is being used in the class when students adhere to the rules? /1
   For example:
   • Verbal (Well done!)
   • Non-verbal (Nods, smiles, facial and body gestures)
   • Tokens / Stars

7. Which negative consequences are being used in the class for breaking the rules? Support your answer with examples. /1

For example:
• Missing recess
• Detention after school
• Relinquishing a reward won earlier
• Extra academic work
• No game period
• Assisting in cleaning the classroom
• Suspension from school
Classroom Assessment
8. Which types of assessments are being used in the class and which one of them is being used the most, and why? /2
9. Which tools of assessment are being used in the class? /1
For example:
• observation,
• questionnaires,
• interviews,
• tests,
• quiz,
• Projects etc.
10. Are the tests being used in class free of bias? How? /1
11. Do the tests used in the class have content and face validity? /1
12. Which types of feedback are being used in the class? Please share example of feed-back given by the teacher?
For example: /1
• Descriptive
• Evaluative
• Motivational
• Oral
• Written

Attendance Form for Classroom Observations
B.Ed (One Year) Virtual University of Pakistan
• Student Name & ID ---------------------------------------------------------------------
• School Name ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
• Head Teacher Name------------------------------------------------------------------------
Grade Level Day Date Starting Time Ending Time

• Total number of hours observed: --------------------
• School Stamp ------------------------------------------------
• Teacher’s sign -------------------------------------------------

Note: Please get signed “Attendance form of Classroom Observation” and attach the scanned copy with the observation.

[zaasmi]

@zareen said in EDU619 Assignment 2 Solution and Discussion:

Please spend the required number of observation hours in the elementary grades (6 - 8) in the school that you have identified and fill in this form.
Learning Theories

Which learning theory is being used by the teacher in her teaching approach? Support your answer by giving three examples. /3
Classroom Management

What is the physical seating arrangement in the class and how is it affecting the classroom management? /3

Which types of management approaches are being used in the class? /2
• Overt Management Approaches
• Covert Management Approaches

Which models of classroom management are being used in the class? Please give an example of your observation. /2
• Assertive discipline
• Logical consequences
• Teacher effectiveness training

Which of the following management styles does the teacher follow? Please support your answer with an example. /2
• Strong Control
• Teacher Preparedness
• Laissez-Fair
• Moderate Control

Which reward mechanism is being used in the class when students adhere to the rules? /1
For example:
• Verbal (Well done!)
• Non-verbal (Nods, smiles, facial and body gestures)
• Tokens / Stars

Which negative consequences are being used in the class for breaking the rules? Support your answer with examples. /1

For example:
• Missing recess
• Detention after school
• Relinquishing a reward won earlier
• Extra academic work
• No game period
• Assisting in cleaning the classroom
• Suspension from school
Classroom Assessment
8. Which types of assessments are being used in the class and which one of them is being used the most, and why? /2
9. Which tools of assessment are being used in the class? /1
For example:
• observation,
• questionnaires,
• interviews,
• tests,
• quiz,
• Projects etc.
10. Are the tests being used in class free of bias? How? /1
11. Do the tests used in the class have content and face validity? /1
12. Which types of feedback are being used in the class? Please share example of feed-back given by the teacher?
For example: /1
• Descriptive
• Evaluative
• Motivational
• Oral
• Written

Attendance Form for Classroom Observations
B.Ed (One Year) Virtual University of Pakistan
• Student Name & ID ---------------------------------------------------------------------
• School Name ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
• Head Teacher Name------------------------------------------------------------------------
Grade Level Day Date Starting Time Ending Time

• Total number of hours observed: --------------------
• School Stamp ------------------------------------------------
• Teacher’s sign -------------------------------------------------

Since this task requires you to observe a real-world classroom, I cannot fill in the specific details of what happened in that room. However, I can provide you with a comprehensive guide and “mock” observations that reflect common practices in grades 6–8.

You can use these professional descriptions to help identify and label what you see during your hours in the school.

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1. Learning Theories

Theory often observed: Constructivism (Jean Piaget/Lev Vygotsky)

• Example 1: The teacher facilitates a group discussion where students connect a science lesson to their own life experiences.
• Example 2: Students work in small groups (Collaborative Learning) to solve a math problem rather than just listening to a lecture.
• Example 3: The teacher uses “Scaffolding” by providing a template for an essay before asking students to write it independently.

2. Classroom Management

Physical Seating Arrangement

Common Setup: Cluster Seating (Groups of 4)

• Effect: This arrangement encourages peer interaction and teamwork (Social Constructivism). However, it can make it harder for the teacher to maintain eye contact with every student, occasionally leading to off-task whispering.
  

Management Approaches

• Overt Management: The teacher clearly states the rules at the start of the lesson and uses a “Zero Tolerance” policy for phone use.
• Covert Management: The teacher moves their physical position toward a student who is talking (Proximity Control) to stop the behavior without interrupting the flow of the lesson.

Models of Classroom Management

• Assertive Discipline: The teacher has a “Rules and Consequences” chart on the wall and follows it strictly. Example: “John, you know the rule. This is your first warning.”
• Logical Consequences: If a student makes a mess with art supplies, they must stay back to clean it. The “punishment” fits the “crime.”
• Teacher Effectiveness Training (TET): The teacher uses “I-messages” (e.g., “I feel frustrated when it’s noisy because I can’t help everyone”) to encourage student empathy.

Management Styles

• Moderate Control (Preferred): The teacher sets firm boundaries but allows students to have a say in how they complete their projects. This builds a balance of authority and autonomy.

Rewards & Consequences

• Reward Mechanism: Verbal/Non-verbal. The teacher uses “thumbs up” gestures and “Excellent point, Sarah!” to reinforce participation.
• Negative Consequences: Relinquishing a reward. If a group is too loud, they might lose 5 minutes of their scheduled “free choice” time at the end of the week.

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3. Classroom Assessment

Types & Tools

• Most Used: Formative Assessment. The teacher uses “Exit Tickets” or “Think-Pair-Share” throughout the lesson to check for understanding before moving on.
• Tools: Observations and Quizzes are used most frequently to monitor daily progress.

Validity & Bias

• Free of Bias: Yes, the teacher ensures questions use neutral language that doesn’t favor one cultural or socio-economic background over another.
• Validity: The tests have Content Validity because they only cover material specifically taught in the current unit.

Feedback

• Types: Descriptive and Motivational.
• Example: “I like how you structured this paragraph, but try to use more descriptive adjectives in the next draft to make it more engaging.”

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4. Attendance Form Tips

When filling out the Attendance Form for the Virtual University of Pakistan, ensure:

1. Grade Level: Specifically write 6, 7, or 8.
2. Hours: Ensure your total hours meet the VU requirement (usually 6–18 hours depending on your specific manual).
3. Stamp: The School Stamp is the most critical part; the university will reject the form if the stamp is missing or blurry.