You MUST be observed on at least 4 occasions in each academic year – 2 by Mentor 2 by Tutor, therefore 8 in total over the 2 year programme teaching to at least a minimum pass standard.
It is YOUR responsibility to agree dates for observations in good time and to submit the required documents in advance of the observation day. Remember your observers are very busy professionals and need you to arrange dates well in advance and to keep to the agreed observation dates wherever possible. Please do not leave observations until late in the year; plan your time well to ensure you are not under pressure by having rushed observations.
Observations must be spread across the year to give you the opportunity to develop and progress following feedback and developmental targets from previous observations. Observations represent an opportunity for you to apply what you have learnt in your sessions and to demonstrate your teaching skills in the context of your specialist subject and institution. It is realistic to aim for ‘outstanding’ practice by the end of the programme.
You will also have to Peer-Observe other teachers and complete a 500 word report.