Quality Observation Checklist

Focused Topics Using the VLS: Coaching to Enhance Practice Lesson 4 Apply Quality Observation Checklist Reflection	WWW.VIRTUALLABSCHOOL.ORG ACTIVITY ID: 27521 Name Certifier Date
Review your observation notes and evaluate the quality and objectivity of your observations using the checklist provided. Read each indicator and select “yes” or “no” to each question. Reflect on your objectivity and ways to improve your observation skills in the space provided. Are there any interpretations or assumptions included in the observation notes? Yes No Is there a clear area of focus in the observation notes? Yes No Is there a detailed description of the professional’s actions? Yes No Are there detailed descriptions of the children’s actions? Yes No Do the observation notes describe vocalizations? Yes No Are there direct quotes or examples of language in the observation notes? Yes No Are there detailed descriptions of facial expressions and/or gestures? Yes No Are there interpretive words like angry, happy, sad, frustrated, wants, loves, enjoys, because, bored, distracted, frustrated, outgoing, enthusiastic, always, or never included in the observation notes? Yes No Notes:

Reflection

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ACTIVITY ID: 27521

Name

Certifier

Date

Review your observation notes and evaluate the quality and objectivity of your observations using the checklist provided. Read each indicator and select “yes” or “no” to each question. Reflect on your objectivity and ways to improve your observation skills in the space provided.

Are there any interpretations or assumptions included in the observation notes?
Yes
No
Is there a clear area of focus in the observation notes?
Yes
No
Is there a detailed description of the professional’s actions?
Yes
No
Are there detailed descriptions of the children’s actions?
Yes
No
Do the observation notes describe vocalizations?
Yes
No
Are there direct quotes or examples of language in the observation notes?
Yes
No
Are there detailed descriptions of facial expressions and/or gestures?
Yes
No
Are there interpretive words like angry, happy, sad, frustrated, wants, loves, enjoys, because, bored, distracted, frustrated, outgoing, enthusiastic, always, or never included in the observation notes?
Yes
No

Notes: