Learning Peer Observation Support Effective Teaching (POSET)-Teacher behaviors list for POSET

Teacher behaviors list for POSET

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The Teaching Behaviors Menu for Peer Observation of Teaching provides a structured list of specific instructor behaviors that can be observed and reviewed during a peer evaluation of a learning session. This menu helps both observer and observee to focus on selected teaching characteristics tailored to different teaching environments such as large groups, small groups, hospital or clinic settings, and labs or simulations.

The menu’s behaviors are organized into categories reflecting phases and aspects of teaching:

1. <strong>Beginning of Learning Session</strong>: Includes gaining learner attention, introducing the topic and learning objectives, linking content to pre-work or prior knowledge.

2. <strong>Didactic Presentation</strong>: Focuses on clarity and organization of material, appropriateness of content level, quality of teaching aids, and opportunities for learner questions.

3. <strong>Teacher Characteristics and Dynamics</strong>: Covers instructor enthusiasm, appropriate use of voice, gestures, eye contact, responsiveness to questions, and use of teaching devices or equipment.

4. <strong>Learning Climate</strong>: Encourages participation, incorporation of learners’ ideas, and establishment of a respectful environment for differing viewpoints.

5. <strong>Managing Session</strong>: Addressing time management, achievement of session objectives, facilitation of learner interactivity, and quality of collaborative learning.

6. <strong>Teaching with Patient or Simulated Encounters</strong>: In clinical settings, focusing on teaching and practicing interpersonal and procedural skills with patients or simulations.

7. <strong>Professionalism</strong>: Demonstrating and teaching respect for all participants, promoting teamwork and leadership, and appropriate use of humor or anecdotes.

8. <strong>Promotion of Critical Thinking and Self-directed Learning</strong>: Using questioning strategies to challenge learners, fostering active learning, encouraging questioning and critique.

9. <strong>Evaluation and Feedback</strong>: Employing effective questions to assess learners, providing constructive suggestions, and explaining reasons behind changes in learner plans or techniques.

Overall, this menu serves as a comprehensive guide to observe, assess, and improve teaching effectiveness across diverse educational settings and methods. It supports peer feedback by highlighting teaching behaviors that influence learner engagement, understanding, and skill development.

Keywords

Peer Observation

Teaching Behaviors

Learning Session

Didactic Presentation

Teacher Characteristics

Learning Climate

Session Management

Clinical Teaching

Professionalism in Teaching

Critical Thinking Promotion