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Observing in Schools: A Guide for Students in Teacher Education
Eugene F. Provenzo, Jr., University of Miami
William E. Blanton, University of Miami

ISBN-10: 0205401406
ISBN-13: 9780205401406

Publisher: Merrill
Copyright: 2006
Format: Paper; 176 pp
Published: 09/08/2005

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This text provides readers with a variety of different strategies and instruments that can be used to perform observation in the classroom. • The author addresses various techniques for diverse learning. • Various grade levels and content areas.

  • Observation suggestions and forms are included to aid student observations.
  • The text includes both theoretical and practical information about observations.

Preface. 

Acknowledgments.

For Faculty and Students Using this Book.

PART I: DOING FIELDWORK IN EDUCATION.

Conducting Observation and Interview Research
Why Beginning Teachers Need to do Fieldwork
Anthropology and Traditions of Observation
Observing and Noticing Things
Observing Language
Observing Authority and Power
On the Non-Neutrality of the Observer
Creating an Individual School or District Profile
Entering into a School Setting
Setting up a School Observation
Guidelines for Writing Field Notes
Participant Observation Field Notes
Journals and Diaries
Creating a Journal or Diary
Writing and Reflection
Ethical Issues
Conclusion

PART II: OBSERVATION INSTRUMENTS.

General Observation of a Classroom
Observing an Individual Student
Student Interaction in the Classroom
Impressions of Student Characteristics
Understanding How Well Students Understand Instruction
Observing on a Child with a Learning or Behavior Problem
Observing a Child who is Exceptionally Bright or Creative
Learning about Teachers’ Routines
Phases of Instruction
Observing Language Arts Instruction
Observing Reading Instruction
Reading Skills Instruction Observation
Observing Pre-Reading Activities
Observing Physical Education Instruction
Observing Instruction for English Language Learners
Observing School Related Meetings
Observing a Media Center
Observing a Technology Lab
Observing a Cafeteria
Observing the Integration of Technology into Classroom Instruction
Observing Art Instruction
Observing Band Instruction
Observing in a Museum, Exploratorium, Planeterium or Exhibition
Looking for Root Metaphors in the Classroom

PART III: INTERVIEW INSTRUMENTS.

Learning about a Teacher as an Individual
Learning about a School Administrator as an Individual
Interviewing a Student (Understanding How Well Students Understand Instruction)
APPENDIX A
A Three-step Model for Conducting Classroom Observations and Interviews and Participating in Classroom Activity

Bibliography.

“The text has merit; it fills a gap in an area (conducting fieldwork) that many faculty deal with.”
—Robert Wandberg, Minnesota State University—Mankato

“The strength of the text is the variety of forms which can be used as part of the observation and recording activities.”
—Ramona Patterson, South Louisiana Community College

Observing in Schools: A Guide for Students in Teacher Education provides pre-service education students with the basic skills and background to conduct field-based observations and research at the beginning level. This truly unique text/workbook is intended for use in a broad array of programs where students are required to conduct classroom observation both prior to and during practicum and student teaching. The authors provide the structure and focus to ensure accurate observation on the part of students by providing background theory on the process and copious practical forms to record observations, as well as guidelines to interpret information.

Related Titles:

Provenzo, The Internet and Online Research for Teachers, Third Edition ISBN: 0-205-41255-6

Provenzo, Teaching, Learning, and Schooling: A 21st Century Perspective, First Edition ISBN: 0-205-28970-3

Diaz, Pelletier, Provenzo, Touch the Future. . .Teach!, First Edition ISBN: 0-205-37566-9

Ryan, Ask the Teacher: A Practitioner's Guide to Teaching and Learning in the Diverse Classroom, First Edition ISBN: 0-205-37076-4

Wandberg, Teaching to the Standards of Effective Practice: A Guide to Becoming a Successful Teacher, First Edition ISBN: 0-205-34407-0

Pelletier, Mentoring in Action: A Month-by-Month Curriculum for Mentors and Their New Teachers, First Edition ISBN: 0-205-43898-9

Pelletier, Strategies for Successful Student Teaching: A Comprehensive Guide, Second Edition ISBN: 0-205-39682-8

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