The document provides guidance for conducting peer lesson observations among teacher trainees. It includes: 1. Suggestions for how to introduce peer observations, such as emphasizing it is a tool for practice and learning from others. 2. Sample observation tasks like having trainees identify what to observe and provide written feedback on strengths and areas for improvement. 3. Details on preparing for the observation, such as clarifying the purpose and ensuring trainees do not interrupt the lesson. 4. Recommendations that the lesson observation last at least 20 minutes and that trainees use a feedback sheet to structure their feedback discussion, beginning with strengths and then suggestions.

1. Task 4.2
1. How would you as a teacher trainer introduce the peer lesson observation?
I would tell the teachers that the peer observation is a tool to practice and I can observe
what other teachers do.
2. Which observation task could be interesting for your trainees? Write down some ideas.
1.It would be interesting if they know what they are going to observe.
2.They should write down ideas of what the teacher should improve according to them.
3.They should write down what the teacher does fine.
3. How would you prepare your visit with the trainee? Which information do you need before
the observation?
The trainee needs to know what is the purpose of the observation, they need to know that
they are not going to interrupt the teacher in his/her class but observe and at the end they
will give feedback to the teacher about the strengths and weaknesses about the teacher’s
performance.
4. How long should the lesson observation last?
At least 20 minutes.
5. How would you write down your feedback? Create a feedback sheet which you could use
for your future lesson observations.
6. How would you manage the feedback-discussion? Write down the most important rules.
First they should start with the strengths that the teacher observed during the class; second
they should mention some suggestions for improving the weak areas that they observed.
7. What happens if the trainee fails? What advice would you give him/her?
I would tell her/him that it is normal to fail the first time and that it is in time that he/she will
be able to do it better.
8. What can the trainee do, if he does not accept the feedback of the trainer?
Every human being is different, some will not accept the feedback but it is perfectly normal,
the trainer should not feel bad about that and take it the way it is.
9. Is a second visit possible? With the same trainer?
Yes, it is possible; to see if the trainee corrected the stages he/she was suggested to
improve.

2. Observation Class Form
Teacher’s Name: __________________________________ Date: ________________________
Observer’s Name: _________________________________ Time in class: from _________ to _________
Level: __________ Unit: ___________ Number of students: ____________
In the box on the left mark a check () if you observed this step or area and it was okay, make a cross () if the step or
area was not done well, and leave it blank if you didn’t see this area or step during the observation.
STEPS/AREAS COMMENTS
Teacher behavior toward students
The T was organized and prepared
The T was confident and transmitted enthusiasm
The T motivated and encouraged students
The T always used English
The T’s instructions were appropriate for the level of Ss
The T was in control of the class
The T maintained a good pace in the class
The T kept eye contact with students
The T’s LOE is adequate for the level s/he’s teaching
Student learning
Ss were using the target language
Ss understood T instructions in English
Ss were participating in English
Ss were able to carry out the tasks that the T set up
Ss were able to self correct
Ss were interested in the class
Ss were motivated
Ss achieved the objectives of the class
Weak students I noticed: Areas to work on with the group:
Classroom set up:
Teacher’s signature: _______________________________________ Date: _____________________________