The document outlines different types of staff observations and evaluations including developing staff, evaluating staff, evaluating programs, and evaluating professional development. It discusses that observations should promote improvement, be objective, and focus on teacher reflection and feedback. Current practice includes short, informal walk-through observations and evaluations that can be informal and collaborative. The 3-minute observation structure involves observing student and curriculum decision points. Communication should be adult-to-adult, adult-to-adolescent, or adult-to-child depending on the situation and include reflective questions about specific teaching practices and choices.

2. Session Objectives

15. Communication Paradigm Adult – Adult Pose reflective question, follow up if requested Interdependent Adult – Adolescent Invite reflection, identify areas to follow up Independent Adult – Child Give feedback and direct improvement Dependent