Whether you are doing a planned observation, or you decide to do a spontaneous observation, you will need some essentials. An intentional teacher is a prepared teacher, and here are a few things you will need:
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Something to write on
– paper, sticky notes, color coded index cards, clipboard, notebook
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Something to write with
– colored ink pens, sharpie markers
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Something to record with
– photo camera, video camera, tape recorder, printer
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Something to store your documentation in
– a filing cabinet, accordion file folder, portfolio
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Blank observation tool templates
– checklists, frequency counts, ABC, anecdotal notes
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Some extras
– tape, stickers, paper clips, stapler, batteries, dictionary