Classroom Observation Report

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Step 1: Think of a research question you want to investigate. For example:

  • the use of teacher questions in learning and teaching;
  • the impact of student-centered instruction on students’ achievement;
  • the incorporation of ICT in learning and teaching;
  • how the teaching of subjects (e.g. English, Science, Social Studies, Math) differ in private schools;
  • the role of praise in teaching and learning;
  • the role of cognitive learning strategies in learning and teaching.

Step 2: Find several articles that have investigated the issue you are considering. Read them and consider the theories put forward by the authors to explain what is observed. 

  • Try to make your own mind up about how learning theories impact instruction, try to explain the processes that learners are engaging in – do you agree/disagree with the different explanations that are offered.
  • Do you think they are applicable to all disciplines equally or can the type of discipline affect the type of learning engaged in?
  • How do learning theories, therefore, inform teaching practice?

Step 3: Think of the observation tool/instrument you will need to use in order to document classroom interactions (will you be focusing on the teacher, the students or both). 

  • Is there an existing tool that will allow you to document your observations? Does it need to be modified?
  • Will you create your own tool/instrument in order to assist you note your observations?
  • How have other researchers investigated the subject you are investigating?
  • Can you use the same or similar methods to document your observations?

Step 4: Design your study and remember to consider:

  • How have other researchers investigated the subject you are currently investigating?
  • What tools have they used?
  • How are you going to interpret your results?
  • What will your results show you?
 
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