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\Large \textbf{Teaching Assistant Classroom Observation Sheet}
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\textbf{Teaching Assistant: }&&\textbf{Course:} \\
\textbf{Evaluator:} &&\textbf{Date:}
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\section{Preparation}
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Question    &   Not Observed    &   \mcx{More Emphasis Needed} &   &   \mcx{Fully Accomplished}  \\
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TA is well-prepared and able to work homework problems  &   & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 \\
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Knows material in text and lectures  &   & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 \\
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Problem solving techniques are consistent with lecturer and text  &   & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 \\
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Promptly returns graded assignments  &   & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 \\
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\section{Presentation}

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Question    &   Not Observed    &   \mcx{More Emphasis Needed} &   &   \mcx{Fully Accomplished}  \\
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Is on time for class&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Is friendly but professional in manner and appearance&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Indicates topics of the day&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Speaks loudly and clearly&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Communicates effectively so students can follow&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Goes step-by-step and writes down steps&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Uses blackboard effectively&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Presents material at an appropriate level&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Emphasizes methods of solving problems rather than solutions&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Emphasizes key points and concepts&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Uses class time effectively&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
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\section{Teacher-Student Interaction}

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Question    &   Not Observed    &   \mcx{More Emphasis Needed} &   &   \mcx{Fully Accomplished}  \\
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Actively encourages student questions&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Listens to and understands student questions&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Responds appropriately to student questions&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Makes sure the class hears and understands questions&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Gives reasons for rejecting an answer&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Corrects misconceptions, sees that the correct answer is brought out&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Admits if doesn't know the answer or is wrong&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Asks questions to monitor students' understanding&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Where appropriate, encourages alternate ways to solve problems&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline 
Does not embarrass or belittle students&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
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\section{Classroom Atmosphere}


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Establishes positive rapport and mutual respect with the students&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Class atmosphere is conducive to learning&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Maintains eye contact&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Keeps students' attention, including those who are not interacting&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline 
Provides opportunities for and encourages audience participation and questions&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
Indicates availability for giving individual help&& 1& 2& 3& 4& 5\\ \hline
\vspace{0.25cm} Attendance \vspace{0.25cm}&& \multicolumn{2}{c |}{$<\frac{1}{3}$ full} & $\frac{1}{3}$ - $\frac{2}{3}$ full& \multicolumn{2}{c |}{$ > \frac{2}{3}$ full}\\ \hline
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\section{Evaluator's Comments}

What were the major strengths of the teaching assistant noted in this classroom observation?\\
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What suggestions do you have for improving his  or her teaching skills?\\
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