Appendix G: Sample Observation Tool (Likert Scale)

Class Observation Checklist
North Carolina State University.
A protocol for peer review of teaching
http://www4.ncsu.edu/unity/lockers/users/f/felder/public/Papers/ASEE04(Peer-Review).pdf

Course: _______________________________________________

Instructor: _______________________ Date: __________

Circle your responses to each of the questions and then add comments below the table.

5 - exceeds expectations in all respects
4 - meets expectations in all respects
3 - meets expectations in most respects
2 - meets expectations in some respects
1 - meets expectations in few or no respects

1 - was well prepared for class

5

4

3

2

1

2 - was knowledgeable about the subject matter

5

4

3

2

1

3 - was enthusiastic about the subject matter

5

4

3

2

1

4 - spoke clearly, audibly, and confidently

5

4

3

2

1

5 - used a variety of relevant illustrations/examples

5

4

3

2

1

6 - made effective use of the board and/or visual aids

5

4

3

2

1

7 - asked stimulating and challenging questions

5

4

3

2

1

8 - effectively held class's attention

5

4

3

2

1

9 - achieved active student involvement

5

4

3

2

1

10 - treated students with respect

5

4

3

2

1

What worked well in the class? (Continue on back if necessary)

What could have been improved? (Continue on back if necessary)