1. Peer Observation of Teaching: what we are and what we could be doing
Andrew Chaytor, Nicola Reimann
Peer Observation of Teaching: what we are and what we could be doing

2. Structure of session Introductions Sharing experiences and views
Andrew: Reflections on a departmental scheme
Nicola: Models of peer observation
Our collective vision for Durham

3. introductions Andrew Chaytor Nicola Reimann You
School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Health
Chair of SMPH Education Committee
Nicola Reimann
Centre for Academic Practice, School of Education
Academic Developer, PGCAP
You

4. Sharing experiences and views
In pairs:
Think back to your experiences of peer observation,
As an observer
Being observed
As a manager / designer of a scheme
Discuss:
What were the (explicit and implicit) purposes of the observations?
What, if anything, did you gain from them?
What issues and problems did your experiences raise?
ALTERNATIVE A – FOR SMALLER GROUP

5. Sharing experiences and views
Think back to your experiences of peer observation,
As an observer
Being observed
As a manager / designer of a scheme
On post-it notes, write any thoughts, problems, ideas, questions that cross your mind. Use a separate post-it for each point and write legibly. Stick your notes on the blank poster.
Read other people’s post-its. Move the post-its around and group them in any way that seems appropriate.
Use pens to annotate the post-its, e.g. arrows, circles, headings.
DO NOT TALK THROUGHOUT THE PROCESS!
ALTERNATIVE B – FOR LARGER GROUP

6. Reflections on a departmental scheme
Perceptions of peer observation
What is its purpose?
A new scheme for for SMPH

7. Models of peer observation
Gosling 2002: Evaluation - Development – Peer/Collaborative Review
Key considerations:
Purpose
Knowledge and expertise
Buy-in
Focus

8. Insights from the literature
Claims vs reality
Evidence:
Benefits
Problems
How to run successful schemes
Alternatives and innovations:
Micro-teaching
Video-based processes
Collaborative reflection, problem solving
Beyond classroom teaching
Student involvement

9. Over to you Plenary discussion:
What is your vision for peer observation at Durham?