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Lesson Observation Feedback
This generator provides exemplar feedback that an observer could use when discussing or writing up the outcomes of a session in a named subject specialism. The feedback generated is based on the observed strengths and areas for improvement which the observer has noted in the teacher's practice. The generator will provide an observer with some example observation feedback, but the result must be edited by you! Keywords: Observation; Observe; Staff; Feedback; Lesson; Discussion; Improve; CPD;
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Lesson Observation Prompts
The generator will provide the observer with a draft set of prompt questions to take into the session being observed. For example 'how effectively did the teacher provide individualised feedback to students on …', or 'was the teacher mindful of health and safety precautions which must be taken when …'. Keywords: Observe; Observation; Watch; Critique; Questions; Staff; CPD;
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CPD Action Planner
Draft a SMART action plan that can be used in an appraisal session following, for example, a lesson observation in a named faculty and subject specialism. The action plan generated is based on observed strengths and areas for improvement and will provide the observer with action plan goals which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Keywords: CPD; SMART; Professional; Action; Development; Appraisal; Strengths; Improvement; Weaknesses;
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Coaching Prompts
This generator uses the recognised 'GROW' (Goal: Reality: Options: Way Forward) model to provide a series of prompts and questions that a coach can use when conducting a coaching CPD session with a colleague. The generator will use the recognised GROW coaching model to provide a framework of prompts for the coaching session. Kwywords: GROW; Coaching; Prompts; Ideas; CPD; Development; Professional; Staff; Improve;
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Course Improvements
However good we may be at designing our teaching, there will be times when we need some inspiration, or when we need to revisit our course planning to look at how we can further engage our learners. This generator allows TeacherMatic to put forward some useful suggestions of content and activities which could potentially add extra dimensions to your courses. Keywords: Course; Improvements; Better; Inspiration; Planning; Suggestions; Ideas; Content; Activities; Engage;
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Lesson Objectives
Although you may be sure of its overall purpose, it may be difficult to break a lesson down into a series of individual objectives as the scaffolding from which to build to a successful outcome. This generator should help you determine a number of objectives which can be dealt with individually and help create complete rounded lessons. Keywords: Lesson; Session; Objectives; Purposes; Reason; Separate; Split;
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