Sharp Reading Self Observation and Practise Analysis Conversation 2



Reflections on my self observation (via video) of a Sharp Reading Lesson. 

Focus for observation: 

Using the trigger prompts which are: 

- I need a bit more

- Who

- I can still hear the parrot 

- Show me

- There's a roadblock

- Stay with the sentence 


I started with the LI

Next step: Expect the kids to know and say the LI and why


My instructions were clear and I modelled "ITTM" 

All students participated and eyes were mostly on the text. 

I kept the lesson moving - pace seemed good to me. 

I accepted all answers with 'thank you' 

I was mumbling a little with my explanations 


I used these trigger prompts: who, stay with the sentence x2, I need more. 

Next step: use "I can still hear the parrot" and "show me" where appropriate

I noticed that any time there was a question in the text, the students really struggled to unpack this. I think they would benefit from another instructional lesson to really get an idea of what a '3' sentence sounds like. 

Overall, I was more comfortable with the script than last time and was able to use some of the trigger prompts in the right places. 

These are the goals I have agreed on with my coach: 

By the end of Week 5, I would have completed Until 4 and 5 of the Sharp online course and practised taking data for two Sharp Lessons. I would have watched my video to help my practise moving forward (completed above). 

By the end of Term 3, we will do an observation in the studio (not a withdrawal room) with the swivel to observe my practise when monitoring another group while also teaching Sharp. 

Dates: 

September 13 - Check Swivel works

September 21 - Record myself teaching a lesson (Elephants Group)

September 27 - Check in with coach. 

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