Get Classroom Observation Protocol

Filling out the Classroom Observation Protocol is essential for accurately assessing the educational environment and compliance with guidelines. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help users complete the form effectively.

Follow the steps to correctly complete the Classroom Observation Protocol.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Classroom Observation Protocol and open it for editing.
2. Begin by providing a short description of the class. Ensure that it is concise, including the title assigned by the educational institution, the name, and course number if available. Indicate if the class is self-contained or an individual section.
3. For the model compliance section, confirm if there are 4 hours allocated for English Language Development (ELD) by selecting 'Y' for yes or 'N' for no. If you select no, you must provide explicit documentation to support your observation.
4. Specify the number of hours allocated for ELD if the response is no, choosing from 0, 1, 2, 3, or NA. Document the hours where the Structured English Immersion (SEI) models are being implemented.
5. Indicate whether the 4 hours are allocated correctly. If the answer is no, provide corresponding documentation that supports your observation.
6. Confirm if there is a discrete hour allocated for grammar instruction using 'Y' for yes or 'N' for no. Provide supporting documentation if the answer is negative.
7. Answer if the lessons are based on English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards. Select 'Y' or 'N' and provide evidence if necessary.
8. Indicate if only English Language Learner (ELL) students are present in the classroom. Select 'Y' if it's an approved exception or 'N' if it includes mixed groups. Support your observation with documentation if necessary.
9. Confirm whether students are grouped by proficiency level, selecting 'Y' or 'N' and providing documentation if applicable.
10. Assess if the teacher is highly qualified. This should be determined prior to the observation. Use the District Notebook for references.
11. Evaluate if all instruction is conducted in English. Document any materials used that are not in English if applicable.
12. Indicate if minimal use of the native language occurred. Define usage using 'Y,' 'N,' or 'EO' for English Only and document observations as needed.
13. In the Super SEI Strategies section, confirm if students spoke at least 50% of the time during the observation period.
14. Detail if students were prompted to respond in complete sentences at least 75% of the time during observation.
15. Once all items are complete, use the options available to save changes, download, print, or share the completed Classroom Observation Protocol.

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