What is pre observation?

Pre-observation conference means the teacher and evaluator time to talk to discuss the lesson prior to the formal announced observation. During this time, teacher and evaluator discuss the lesson, engage in collaborative decision making, clarify expectations and identify areas where specific feedback will be provided.

What is a Ttess preconference?

The pre-conference is a great way to share where you are with your classes with your administrator. One of the major components of the T-TESS appraisal system is a formal observation along with a pre- and post- conference with your appraiser. Your appraiser has been trained in conducting pre-conferences.

What is a good Ttess score?

The minimum average for a Master teacher shows the 95th percentile score, the minimum average for an Exemplary teacher shows the 80th percentile score, and the minimum average for a Recognized teacher shows the 67th percentile score. These overall minimum average scores will be reflected in commissioner rules.

How do you conduct a pre observation conference?

Tips for a Successful Pre-Conference Look at the stated objectives and ensure that is what the instructional plan is actually focused on throughout the lesson. If not, revise the objectives together. Be sure the observers have the complete context of the lesson. Talk about what came before, what is coming next.

What is the importance of pre and post observation conference?

The pre-conference sets the stage and helps to focus and improve a lesson. The class session is mostly a data collection experience for the coach. During the post-conference, the coach shares information, provides feedback, encourages the teacher to reflect on the lesson in order to build the teacher’s capacity.

What is pre observation in teaching?

Review the lesson plan with a focus on objectives, expectations, instructional methods, and assessment. Find out if the teacher has any particular focus questions for the observation.

Which observation is pre planned?

controlled observation
When observation is pre-planned and definite, then it is termed as controlled observation. In control observation, mechanical devices are used for precision and standardized.

What is the T-Tess triangle?

What was the teacher saying and doing? What were students saying and doing? What was the cause and effect relationship between teacher and student behaviors? What does the evidence reflect regarding the strength of the lesson (reinforcement) and area for growth (refinement)?

How long is Tess observation?

45 minutes
The time requirement for a formal observation is a minimum of 45 minutes, however, it is highly recommended that the entire lesson cycle be observed in order to appropriately collect evidence for all the domains.

What is the purpose of a pre-conference?

The role of the pre-conference is to frame the lesson for the teacher and coach. It is a time to clarify the lesson and the key mathematics that will be taught in it. It provides an opportunity for the teacher to explain the main goal and big mathematics ideas.