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Appendix D

Teaching Assistant Observation Checklist

Teaching Assistant:

Faculty Supervisor:

Date:

Observation Number: 1 2 3 4

1 = not observed, 2 = more emphasis recommended, 3 = accomplished very well

Organization	Rating
1. Presented overview of the lesson.	1	2	3
2. Paced lesson appropriately.	1	2	3
3. Presented topics with logical sequence.	1	2	3
4. Related today's lesson to previous/future lessons.	1	2	3
5. Summarized major points of the lesson.	1	2	3
Presentation
6. Explained things with clarity.	1	2	3
7. Defined unfamiliar terms, concepts, and principles.	1	2	3
8. Used good examples to clarify points.	1	2	3
9. Showed all the steps in solutions to homework problems.	1	2	3
10. Varied explanations for complex or difficult material.	1	2	3
11. Emphasized important points.	1	2	3
Interaction
12. Actively encouraged student questions.	1	2	3
13. Asked questions to monitor student understanding.	1	2	3
14. Waited sufficient time for students to answer questions.	1	2	3
15. Listened carefully to student questions.	1	2	3
16. Responded appropriately to student questions td>	1	2	3
17. Restated questions and answers when necessary.	1	2	3
Content Knowledge and Relevance
18. Presented material at an appropriate level for the students.	1	2	3
19. Presented material appropriate to the purpose of the course.	1	2	3
20. Demonstrated command of the subject matter.	1	2	3

Summary Comments:

21. What were the instructor's major strengths as demonstrated in this observation?

22. What suggestions do you have for improving the instructor's skills or methodology?

23. If this was a repeat observation, what progress did you discern in the instructor's skills?

TA's Signature:____________________________________________Date________

Supervisor's Signature:______________________________________Date________

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