Get Basic 5 Observation Form - Ogden School District

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to effectively fill out the Basic 5 Observation Form for the Ogden School District online. By following these instructions, you will ensure accurate and efficient documentation of classroom observations.

Follow the steps to complete the Basic 5 Observation Form online

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Basic 5 Observation Form and access it in your digital editor.
2. Begin filling out the top section of the form with essential information. Enter the student’s name, the teacher’s name, the date of the observation, the time it starts, the observer's name, the class subject, and the specific activity being observed.
3. In the observation section, designate a 10-minute observation period where you will record tally marks for positive and negative behaviors. Note down simple tally marks for categorized behaviors in the allocated spaces labeled 'Benchmark (Positive)' and 'Total (Negative)'.
4. Calculate the ratio of interactions for both positive and negative observations and document this in the provided ratio section: 'Ratio of interactions = : (Positive : Negative)'.
5. During the next 5-minute observation, focus on each student for 5 seconds to record their behaviors. Use a '+' symbol to indicate on-task or engaged behavior and a '–' symbol for off-task behavior. Repeat observing until the 5 minutes have passed, and document the number of marks for each student.
6. After observing all students, divide the number of on-task marks by the total marks to calculate the percentage of on-task behavior. Record this percentage in the specified section for 'Time on task (percentage of on-task behavior)'.
7. Review all entries for accuracy, make any necessary adjustments, and ensure all sections of the form are completed.
8. Once satisfied with the completion of the form, you can save the changes made. Depending on your needs, options to download, print, or share the form will be available.

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