Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Caraga Region
Division of Agusan del Sur
LAPINIGAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Lapinigan, San Francisco, Agusan del Sur

SIMPLIFIED CLASSROOM OBSERVATION TOOLS FOR INSTRUCTIONAL SUPERVISORS

(Excerpt from classroom observation tools-RPMS for Proficient Teachers in the time of the
COVID – 19 pandemic S.Y 2020-2021)
Directions: Encircle the level of proficiency based on the skills demonstrated by the teacher
during the actual conduct of classroom demonstration per indicator.

Indicator 1 Skills Demonstrated Level of

Proficiency
The teacher applies accurate, in-depth, and broad knowledge of
content and pedagogy that creates a conducive learning environment
that enables an in-depth and sophisticated understanding of the
teaching and learning process to meet individual or group learning
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needs within and across curriculum teaching areas.
*error free content
*Foundational Knowledge and finer details within the curriculum
*Knowledge across curriculum teaching areas
The teacher demonstrates accurate and in-depth knowledge of all
concepts in presenting the lesson and in responding to learner’s
questions in a manner that is responsive to learners’ developmental
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Apply knowledge needs and promote learning.
of content within *Makes meaningful connections across curriculum teaching areas, if
and across appropriate.
curriculum The teacher demonstrates accurate and in-depth knowledge of most
teaching areas concepts in presenting the lesson and in responding to learners’
questions in a manner that attempts to be responsive to student 5
developmental needs.
* Makes connections across curriculum teaching areas, if appropriate.
The teacher demonstrates accurate knowledge of key concepts both
in presenting the lesson and in responding to learners’ questions or
comments. 4
*Attempts to make connections across curriculum teaching areas, if
appropriate
The teacher demonstrates minor content errors either in presenting
the lesson or in responding to learners’ questions or comments. 3
*Lesson content displays simple coherence.
*** Features of practice demonstrated by the teacher

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 Indicator 2 Skills Demonstrated Level of
Proficiency
The teacher employs extensive repertoire of strategies to create a
learner-centered environment that addresses the special educational
needs of the individual and group of learners in difficult
circumstances.
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*Wide and comprehensive range of strategies
*Instructional strategies respond to individual and group of learners’
backgrounds, thus creating an environment where learners feel
Plan and deliver
equally involved.
teaching strategies
The teacher employs a variety of strategies which are appropriate in
that are responsive
addressing the special educational needs of learners in difficult
to the special
circumstances.
educational needs 6
*A range of different strategies employed as required by the learning
of leaners in
situation.
difficult
*The adaptation of instruction is realistic and effective.
circumstances,
The teacher employs strategies which are appropriate in addressing
including:
the special educational needs of learners in difficult circumstances.
geographic 5
*Demonstrates an understanding of the purpose and value of learning
isolation; chronic
about learners’ background to inform instructions.
illness;
The teacher employs strategies which are partially appropriate in
displacement due
addressing the special educational needs of learners in difficult
to armed conflict,
circumstances.
urban resettlement 4
*Displays familiarity of learners’ background but sometimes lacks
or disasters; child
responsiveness in addressing them.
abuse and labor
*Moderate degree of appropriateness
practices.
The teacher employs strategies which are somewhat appropriate in
addressing the special educational needs of learners in difficult
circumstances.
*Gives opportunities to only few learners to actively engage in the 3
learning activities.
* Minimal degree of appropriateness.

*** Features of practice demonstrated by the teacher

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 Indicator 3 Skills Demonstrated Level of
Proficiency
The teacher integrates extensive and multidisciplinary
learning resources, including ICT, which are appropriate
and aligned with the learning goals.
*Skillfully manages diverse instructional materials that
encompass other disciplines which support the learning 7
goals.
*Wide range of learning resources
*Learning resources which can be used in various
subject areas.
The teacher utilizes learning resources, including ICT,
which are consistently aligned with the learning goals.
*utilizes variety of instructional materials and resources
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that are aligned with instructional purposes which
Select, develop, organize and
always support the learning goals.
use appropriate teaching and
*Always matched with the learning goals
learning resources, including
The teacher utilizes, including ICT, which are generally
ICT, to address learning goals
aligned with the learning goals.
*Utilizes a variety of instructional materials and 5
resources that are aligned with the instructional
purposes which usually support the learning goals
The teacher utilizes learning resources, including ICT,
which are occasionally aligned with the learning goals
*Utilizes a variety of instructional materials and 4
resources but is not able to maximize their purpose to
support learning goals.
The teacher utilizes learning resources, including ICT,
which are loosely-aligned with the learning goals.
3
*Utilizes a variety of materials and resources that do not
support the learning goals
*** Features of practice demonstrated by the teacher

Instructional materials and resources used in the teaching and learning processes which includes:

✓ Curriculum guides, teacher’s manual

✓ Chalkboard, whiteboard, manila paper, cartolina, charts, manipulatives, models, flashcards,meta-cards,
graphic organizers
✓ Printed materials such as books, periodicals, worksheets, activity sheets and SLMs
✓ ICT resources such as calculators, computers, audio visual equipment, slide presentation, multimedia
products, social media, web-based applications, instructional software, email, distance learning softwares, e-
books, and other digital resources (Video Lesson, RBI and TVBI)
✓ Tools and equipment (in cookery, dressmaking, beauty and care, agriculture, carpentry, among others)
✓ Localized instructional materials
✓ Indigenized instructional materials may require free and prior informed consent, or permission from the
indigenous cultural community, before use for instruction purposes)

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 General Comments/Observation/Recommendation

Teacher observed: ____________________________________

Subject: ____________________________________

Date and Time: _____________________________________

Note:
1. Indicator 1 is objective 1, indicator 2 is objective 5 and indicator 3 is objective 7 in
the RMPS.
2. The observer will only bring this simplified observation tool during the
observation of classes via LAC session.
3. The observer will bring the simplified tool with the rating sheets of video lesson if
the classroom observation is via Video Lesson. The ratings indicated in each factor
in the VL rating sheets will simplify the integration of ICT.
4. Transfer the final rating of each indicator to the prescribed COT-RPMS Rating
Sheet for Teacher I-III. The skills demonstrated and features of practice
statements could be used as your comments in each indicator (optional).

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 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Caraga Region
Division of Agusan del Sur
LAPINIGAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Lapinigan, San Francisco, Agusan del Sur

RATING SHEETS FOR VIDEO LESSON

(https://www.scribd.com/document/520934365/Evaluatio-Rating-Sheet-for-Video-Lessons)

Name of Teacher: ________________________________Date: _______________________Time: ______________

Subject and Grade Level: __________________________ Observer: _____________________________________

Directions: Examine the material carefully and for each evaluation criterion consider the extent to which the resource
meets the criteria. Check the appropriate number with, 4 - Very Satisfactory,3 – Satisfactory,2 – Poor and 1 – Not
Satisfactory.

Factor A. Content Quality VS (4) S (3) P (2) NS (1)

1. Content is consistent with topics/skills found in the DepEd Learning
Competencies for the subject and grade/year level it was intended.
2. Concepts developed contribute to enrichment, reinforcement, or mastery
of the identified learning objectives
3. Content is accurate.
4. Content is up-to-date
5. Content is logically developed and organized
6. Content is free from cultural, gender, racial, or ethnic bias.
7. Content stimulates and promotes critical thinking.
8. Content is relevant to real – life situations.
9. Language (including vocabulary) is appropriate to the target user level.
10. Content promotes positive values that support formative growth.
Total Points:
Note: Resource must score at least 30 points out of a maximum 40 points to
pass this criterion.
Factor B. Instructional Quality VS (4) S (3) P (2) NS (1)
1. Purpose of the material is well-defined.
2. Material achieves its defined purpose.
3. Learning objectives are clearly stated and measurable.
4. Level of difficulty is appropriate for the intended target user.
5. Graphics/colors/sounds are used for appropriate instructional reasons.
6. Materials is enjoyable, stimulating, challenging, and engaging.
7. Material effectively stimulates creativity of target user.
8. Feedback on target user’s responses is effectively employed.
9. Target user can control the rate and sequence of presentation and review.
10. Instruction is integrated with target user’s previous experience.
Total Points:
Note: Resource must score at least 30 points out of a maximum 40 points to pass
this criterion.

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Factor C. Technical Quality VS (4) S (3) P (2) NS (1)
1. Audio enhances understanding of the concept.
2. Speech and narration (correct pacing, intonation and
pronunciation) is clear and can be easily understood.
3. There is complete synchronization of audio with the
visuals.
4. Music and sound effects are appropriate and effective
for instructional purposes.
5. Screen displays (text) are uncluttered, easy to read,
and aesthetically pleasing.
6. Visual presentations (non-text) are clear and easy to
interpret.
7. Visual sustain interest and do not distract user’s
attention.
8. Visuals provide accurate representation of the
concept discussed.
9. The material can easily and independently be used.
10. The material is free from technical problems.
Total Points:
Note: Resource must score at least 30 points out of a
maximum 40 points to pass this criterion.
Factor D. Other Findings Not Present but Present & Do not
Note down observation about the information contained Present very minor & requires major evaluate
in the material, where the following errors are found: must be fixed redevelopment further
4 3 2 1
1. Conceptual errors.
2. Factual errors.
3. Grammatical and/or typographical errors.
4. Other errors
Total Points:
Note: Resource must score at least 16 points out of a
maximum 16 points to pass this criterion.
General Comments/Recommendations:

Summary of Ratings

Factors Points Earned Description

Factor A. Content Quality
Factor B. Instructional Quality
Factor C. Technical Quality
Factor D. Other Findings
Total Points
Remarks(passed/failed)
Rubrics:
Points Level of Proficiency Points Level of Proficiency
34-30 7 19 - 15 4
29 -25 6 14-10 3
24-20 5

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