A guide to conducting classroom observations – ALP-Z2
ALPHA School of English

COURSE SUMMARY:
We are proud to deliver its flagship course in the field of classroom observations, having been involved in an Erasmus project centred around this area of academic progression. During this process our team of teaching professionals have: produced both digital and paper copies of observation proformas and associated handbooks, conducted multilingual observations; taught and observed virtual and face-to-face lessons; and shared excellent practice with colleagues from across Europe. Applying for this course will enable you to take advantage of our expertise so that you can use this knowledge to design and implement observational systems to assess and provide supportive, constructive feedback to teachers. Topics covered include observational methodology, peer observation, establishing goals and guidelines, reflective practice, and action plans.

WHO IS THIS FOR?
Aimed at: School Principals, Subject Department heads, teacher support/development staff, primary, secondary and tertiary-level teachers (all subjects). English level: min. Pre-Intermediate (B1).

OUTCOMES:
In this week-long session managers and educators alike will develop their skills of evaluating their staff and peers and creating relevant documents to record observation data. Moreover, you will learn how to give useful written and oral feedback in a non-threatening, supportive manner, and setting appropriate and
challenging goals for the future. This course will involve theoretical input and practical classroom observation sessions. Throughout this course participants will also:
- Develop their language skills
- Gain key vocabulary related to feedback.

SAMPLE PROGRAMME:
1) Monday - Why Observations?
- the importance of CPD needs and classroom observations;
- elements necessary for a useful lesson observation
- observations, feedback and support as well as sharing good practice
2) Tuesday - The Who, When, and What of Observations
- suitability and qualifications of staff to carry out fair and effective observations
- how to make the process ongoing and regular
- how to give feedback, such as timetabling and recording feedback
3) Wednesday - Offsite Training (a trip to one of Malta’s top attractions for a course-related project)
4) Thursday - Goal Setting
- how and when praise and support can be given in the feedback session
- practical ideas for classroom practice to aid teaching and learning
5) Friday - Presentations, Further CPD and Feedback
- a mini learning episode (observe and evaluate)
- set goals related to lesson observations and staff welfare for your own institution

INCLUDED IN THE FEES:
- Course resources
- WiFi on school premises
- Europass Mobility Certificate
- Certificate of Attendance
- Refreshments (tea/coffee)
- Off-site training in Valletta, Mdina or St. Paul’s Bay including entrance ticket to one cultural attraction.

Przykładowe zajęcia dodatkowe:

adventure sports *, archery *, bilard *, bowling *, canoeing *, climbing *, cycling *, diving *, extreme sports *, horse riding *, kitesurfing *, mountain biking *, mountain hiking *, parachute jumping *, snorkeling *, surfing *, tennis *, water sports *, windsurfing *

bicycle tours *, boat cruises *, city tour/walk, cultural activities, cultural events and festivals, guided city tours *, guided museum tours *, hiking tours - wspinaczka górska *, international evenings, orientation tour, pub and restaurant evenings, school party, sightseeing with a guide *, theatre or cinema visit *

Gozo *, Valetta *, Blue Lagoon and Comino *, Dolphin Interaction Park *, Malta National Aquarium *, Mellieha Water Fun Park *, Mdina *, Sicily *, Dingli Cliffs

* zajęcia dodatkowo płatne