Classroom Observation: Do’s & Don’ts for Teachers
✅ DO’s (What Teachers Should Do)
Before the Class
Plan the lesson in advance
Write Date, Topic and Learning Objective on the board
Keep teaching materials ready
Arrange seating to support interaction
During the Class
Start the session with a greeting and positive tone
Link today’s topic with the previous class
Explain concepts in simple and clear language
Use real-life or trade-related examples
Ask open-ended questions
Encourage learners to speak and share ideas
Move around the classroom while teaching
Learner Engagement
Conduct at least one activity in every session
Involve all learners, including quiet students
Appreciate learner responses
Classroom Management
Maintain discipline calmly and respectfully
Manage time effectively
Handle distractions positively
Teaching Aids
Use the board to write key points
Use PPT/charts only to support learning
Ensure visibility and clarity of content
Assessment & Closure
Ask learners to summarise or explain concepts
Check understanding during the session
End the class with a summary
Share what will be covered in the next class
❌ DON’Ts (What Teachers Should Avoid)
Planning & Preparation
Do not enter the class without a plan
Do not start teaching without writing the objective
Teaching Style
Do not speak continuously without learner interaction
Do not use complex or technical language unnecessarily
Do not focus only on a few learners
Classroom Management
Do not shout or scold learners
Do not ignore classroom disturbances
Do not rush or delay activities
Use of Teaching Aids
Do not read directly from PPT slides
Do not overcrowd the board with text
Assessment & Closure
Do not end the class without checking learning
Do not skip the session summary
Do not close the class abruptly
