Class Visitation Worksheet

• Organization

• Begins class on time in an orderly, organized fashion
• Clearly states the goal or objective for the period
• Reviews prior class material to prepare students for the content to be covered
• Summarizes and distills main points at the end of class
• Presents topics in logical sequence and flow
   
• Comments: __________________________________________

• Content

• Selects examples relevant to student experiences/course content
• Presents up to date developments in the field
• Answers student questions clearly and directly
• Demonstrates command of subject matter
   
• Comments: __________________________________________

• Presentation

• Speaks audibly and clearly
• Communicates a sense of enthusiasm and excitement toward the content
• Presentation style facilitates note taking, if appropriate
• Selects teaching methods appropriate for the content
• Relates current course content to what's gone before and will come after
• Carefully explains assignments
   
• Comments: ________________________________________

• Rapport/Interaction

• Responds constructively to student opinions/comments
• Listens carefully to student comments and questions
• Treats all students in equitably; responds to wrong answers constructively
• Encourages students to answer difficult questions by providing cues and encouragement
• Respects diverse points of view
• Is able to admit error/insufficient knowledge
   
• Comments: ________________________________________

• Optional (as appropriate):  Active Learning (labs, activities, etc.)

• Clearly explains directions or procedures
• Has materials and equipment necessary to complete the activity readily available
• Careful safety supervision is obvious
• Allows sufficient time for completion
   
• Comments: ________________________________________

Observer:  ___________________________

Date:  _______________

• Time in:    ______
• Time out:  ______

Areas of Strength:

Areas to consider for Faculty Development Plan: