Video Demonstration Framework
Observing effective teaching and reflecting on your own practice through video can dramatically improve your instructional skills. This section provides frameworks for what to look for when watching teaching demonstrations and how to use self-recording as a powerful professional development tool. Video analysis helps you notice patterns in your teaching and student responses that you might miss in the moment.
What to Look for in Teaching Videos
Effective Teacher Moves:
- Clear learning objectives shared with students
- Smooth transitions between activities
- Varied questioning techniques
- Active monitoring during student work
- Specific, actionable feedback
Student Engagement Indicators:
- Active participation in discussions
- Students asking questions
- Peer-to-peer learning happening
- Students making connections
- Evidence of thinking being challenged
Self-Recording Checklist
Before Recording:
- Learning objectives are clear and posted
- Materials are organized and accessible
- Plan includes checking for understanding moments
- Differentiation strategies are ready
During Teaching:
- Use student names frequently
- Wait time after questions
- Move around the classroom
- Acknowledge different types of responses
- Connect new learning to prior knowledge
After Viewing:
- Did students meet the learning objective?
- What evidence of learning did I see?
- When were students most engaged?
- What would I change next time?
