Observation & CSI

This page include observation tools, CSI examples, and advice on how to write CSIs.

Key Resources

CSI Practice & Criteria

(from PAR) Gives an overview and examples of CSI. Also includes the CSI criteria for success checklist.

PE CSI Practice

Other Resources

Appreciation Visit

Use this template to help with an appreciation visit.

PE Appreciation Visit Template

Bloom & Costa Observation Tool

Features reference chart of Bloom's taxonomy and Costa's levels of questions. Good for observing cognitively demanding tasks. (from O&F binder)

Bloom Costa Observation Tool

Equity Chart

Track types of interactions between boys and girls or other subgroups using this template (from O&F binder)

O&F Equity Chart

CSI Example 1

(from JMF)

CSI Example 2

(from JMF)

CSI Example 3

(from JMF)

Low Inference Notes

Link to a PDF document with advice on low inference note-taking.

best_practices_for_low_inference_notes.pdf

Seating Chart Observation Tool

Includes space to map out the classroom and track behavior and interaction patterns. (from O&F binder)

Seating Chart Observation Tool