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First Year Implementation of a Structured Observation Program. -Sean Kelly. Perspective. Why?. Work with the end in mind. Work with the end in mind. For us it is all about… Doing what is best for students Building trusting relationships. Step 1-Planning.
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First Year Implementation of a Structured Observation Program -Sean Kelly
Work with the end in mind • For us it is all about… Doing what is best for students Building trusting relationships
Step 1-Planning ID and involve leaders in your building. Explain goals of the observation program. ID 3-5 things that have the greatest impact.
Step 2-Template • Personalize with a subject list. • Focus on the 3-5 things that will have the greatest impact. • Share template with observers.
Step 3-Protocols “The quality of a leader is reflected in the standards they set for themselves.” -Ray Kroc
Step 3-Protocols # of observations Meaningful feedback 48-hour turn around Dialogue
Step 4-Implementation Remind teachers they will have visitors. Revisit purpose and goals of observations.
Step 4-Implementation Begin Observations
Step 4-Implementation Week one analysis
Step 4-Implementation Week two analysis
Step 4-Implementation Revise if necessary
Step 4-Implementation • Allow time for your program to mature. • In the beginning, don’t be…
Step 4-Implementation Rather
Step 4-Implementation You were not prepared The EQ was not a question Lecture was 49 minutes You never left your desk Standard was referenced several times Class was a little loud Focus Here Be Positive
Step 5- Analysis and Intervention • Dialogue and Conversations • Comments that solicit reflection • Non-invasive interventions (Suggestions) • Be careful of DIRECTIVES
Step 6- Refine and Revise End of the school year is an excellent time to refine and revise.
Step 6- Refine and Revise Survey your teachers.
Step 6- Refine and Revise • Improve your program • Improve your template • Year 2
The end in mind • Doing what is best for students. • Building trusting relationships.
Thank You Sean.kelly@douglas.k12.ga.us