evaluating an observation guide
Module 1 Analysis – Evaluating an Observation Guide Design an observation guide as an example for students to use when reading a text selection within your discipline. Distribute for student use, taking annotations of their behavior while using the guide. Discuss with students the effectiveness of this approach, connecting content with a literacy strategy. Analyze the overall effectiveness of the process. Step 1. Design an observation guide. · Determine the essential components required for a selected reading (article, textbook, brochure, webpage, etc.). · Create an appropriate layout for the guide which students will use. Step 2. Distribute to students. · Direct students to use the guide as they read the selection. · Observe student behaviors while completing the guide. · Take annotated records to use as documentation Step 3. Lead a discussion. · Develop 3-5 questions to guide a class discussion about the effectiveness of the observation guide when used. Avoid questions with a yes/no or short answer response. · Engage students in an evaluation of the guide which may require establishing criteria for measurement. Step 4. Analyze the results. · Identify positive and negative characteristics of using an observation guide as a strategy. · Suggest improvements or recommendations for future use. Step 5. Submission. · Use appropriate section headers to distinguish the parts of the document. For example: Introduction, Observations, Discussion, Reflection. · Include the student Observation Guide in the Appendix. · Use appropriate citations and references to document your rationale and insights.