This teacher observation form is designed to assess the use of accountable talk and checking for understanding in the classroom. The form includes questions related to subject matter, setting, and activity description, as well as the frequency and type of checking for understanding. It also assesses the level of accountable talk at the classroom, group, and individual levels, and the accountability to the learning community, knowledge, and rigorous thinking. The form is intended to provide instructional leaders with a clear and objective assessment of the teacher's use of accountable talk and checking for understanding in the classroom. Sections: Accountable Talk - Opportunities Accountable Talk - Usage Checking for Understanding - Individual

This teacher observation form is designed to assess the use of accountable talk and checking for understanding in the classroom. The form includes questions related to subject matter, setting, and activity description, as well as the frequency and type of checking for understanding. It also assesses the level of accountable talk at the classroom, group, and individual levels, and the accountability to the learning community, knowledge, and rigorous thinking. The form is intended to provide instructional leaders with a clear and objective assessment of the teacher's use of accountable talk and checking for understanding in the classroom. Sections: Accountable Talk - Opportunities Accountable Talk - Usage Checking for Understanding - Individual