Observation Guide

Date: September 2, 2015

Location: Library

Lesson Topic: Picture Books

    3.   Teacher’s incorporation of Technology:

●‧What technology(ies) is the teacher incorporating in the lesson? Powerpoint shown on smartboard.

●‧How is the teacher incorporating these technologies?

She is using the smartboard to display powerpoint and outlines over the material.

●‧What are the benefits and drawbacks for the teacher related to using the technology(ies)?

She is dependent on the technology to teach us instead of engaging student’s herself. But it is easier to take notes if it’s shown on the board.

●‧Are there any other Technology tools that the mentor teacher could address?

No, does not fit into curriculum.

        6.   Reflection

●‧How did incorporating this instructional technology(ies) help the students to learn? How effective was it? Explain your answer.

It was not necessary to facilitate learning, just supported the discussion in class.