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1666875114300Online Class Observation Form 00Online Class Observation Form 3268817948300InstructionsThe purpose of this form is to allow faculty peers or supervisors to observe an online class to foster faculty self-reflection and professional development. Before an observation is conducted, please review the observation process used at CNM. Observers need to send the observation form to faculty prior to the observation. This form will be used during the 2022-2024 academic years. If you wish to provide feedback about the form, please look for the survey link at the bottom of the form. Please fill out the desired sections and add N/A to any section not relevant to your observation. Note that the observation is not meant to review the full course. Review the specific week(s) you intend to review, including the welcome or start here module of the course. Note how faculty help students understand key elements of the course. Future weeks do not have to be reviewed, but evidence can be considered from weeks prior to the review. Add a brief description of the evidence found in the class that meets each criterion, including where you found the evidence and if there are areas for growth. Provide positive comments to reinforce what the faculty member is doing well.If there is no evidence, please provide comments related to action items or follow-up steps and opportunities for improvement. Peer observers may provide constructive suggestions and supervisors may list required action items.14242222844400000Instructor Name: right7937400000Class Observed (course name/number/section number/CRN): Type of Course: (please check)Individual ? Template ? Consensus ?252888823368000Number of Students in the Class: 2428875635000Date(s) of Access/Observation: 13522336668400000Observer Name: Observer Role: (please check one) Peer ? Chair/Program Director ? Supervisor ?Section 1: Course OrganizationWhat to look for/examples Feedback for the Instructor The course content is personalized (e.g., instructor profile is updated) and aligns with DL guidelines.Learning modules clearly specify the outcomes, content, learning activities, and assessments.Due dates for assignments are clear and up to date.Course navigation is well-designed and consistent.Evident ? Not evident ? N/A ?Comments:Section 2: Course MaterialsWhat to look for/examplesFeedback for the Instructor Course materials are current, relevant, appropriate, varied, and meaningful for the level of the course. Course materials promote engagement with course concepts and connect student learning with real-life problems. Evident ? Not evident ? N/A ?Comments:Section 3: Instructor Presence and Delivery of the Class What to look for/examplesFeedback for the Instructor The instructor’s presence is felt in the class through frequent and timely communication with students. Examples: regular course announcements, weekly videos or similar communication from instructor to students; due date reminders, presence on the discussions when meaningful, etc. The instructor is responsive to the students and encourages them to communicate with each other and the instructor.The instructor is available for student questions and provides opportunities for student-instructor interaction (e.g., provides email, Pronto, IM, Zoom link, Google Voice, etc.).The instructor maintains a positive, professional, and supportive tone in all communications with students. The instructor creates and maintains a safe and welcoming online learning space. Online office hours are easy to find and access. For example, in the course calendar, syllabus, and/or Instructor Profile. The class provides opportunities for student-student and student-content engagement through use of discussions, peer and collaborative activities, teamwork, etc.Evident ? Not evident ? N/A ? Comments:Section 4: The Quality of Class AssessmentsWhat to look for/examplesFeedback for the Instructor The class contains a variety of assessments that provide multiple ways for students to demonstrate learning.Assessments are in alignment with the course and module-level learning objectives. High-stakes summative assignments are preceded by practice or formative assessments to provide students an opportunity to self-assess their class progress. Grading criteria, late policy and general assessment expectations are clearly explained in the syllabus and in the course shell.The instructor provides timely and meaningful feedback to students. Grading practice is aligned with stated policy in syllabus or course shell. Assignments are usually graded within 7-10 days.Rubrics are used (where appropriate) to guide and evaluate student performance. Evident ? Not evident ? N/A ?Comments:Section 5: Accessibility and Ease of Use What to look for/examplesFeedback for the Instructor The class meets CNM accessibility standards. For example, videos are closed captioned, attached documents are in pdf format (if possible), text and font pass Brightspace accessibility checks. Brightspace tools are used effectively and appropriately for the learning activities in the class. Evident ? Not evident ? N/A ? Comments:For the observer: Please provide a few holistic observations, considering the overall class. ?List 1-3 strengths for this class that contribute to effective student learning and engagement. Type hereType hereList any strategies or resources that you recommend to enhance the delivery of this class. Type here Type here ?Action Items (entered by the faculty member’s supervisor – if needed) Type here Type here ?For the observed faculty: Although this is not required, you are encouraged to add your reflections or comments related to the observation. ?Type here Type here Faculty Signature Date Observer Signature Date Supervisor Signature DateNote: Typed, electronic signature is sufficient. Please fill left000out this brief survey to provide feedback on your experience with this form. Both observers and faculty who were observed are invited to provide feedback. Responses are anonymous and may be submitted only once. CNM Online Class Observation Form (Pilot) - Feedback () ................
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