Alabama Teacher Observation Tool (ATOT)

1: Fosters an environment that embraces all learners

2: Treats each learner equitably

3: Encourages learners to share their opinions without fear of negative comments from their peers

4: Creates enthusiasm for the learning at hand

1: Communicates clear explanations about the activities or tasks

2: Implements lessons and/or activities that stimulate learners to use higher order thinking skills

3: Delivers lessons that are relatable to the learners or aligned to their interests

4: Monitors learners' understanding of the content and/or the acquisition of skills

5: Adapts instruction and/or activities that meet individual learner's needs

6: Provides learners with purposeful feedback about their progress and/or needs

1: Delivers and/or facilitates the lesson with knowledge and confidence

2: Communicates and upholds high expectations for learners' behaviors to maximize their learning and well-being

3: Facilitates use of resources that support learners' needs

4: Implements instructional strategies that actively engage learners

5: Manages the learning time in an efficient and optimal manner

1: Empowers learners to be responsible for the learning at hand

2: Gives learners choices about the learning activities or tasks

3: Provides assistance for learners to navigate and monitor their learning progress

4: Encourages learners to persevere with or seek challenging activities or tasks

5: Builds learners' growth mindset and self-efficacy

1: Promotes respectful and caring interactions toward and between learners

2: Cultivates learner cooperation, collaboration, and inclusivity

3: Preserves learners' dignity while attending to their individual needs