Output 3: Classroom observation tool

The Classroom Observation Tool is a novel and specialised resource developed within the TEFE project. This tool offers a distinct approach to classroom observation, tailored to International Teaching Practice (ITP) contexts. The Classroom Observation Tool extends beyond conventional interactions, fostering reflection within and beyond the classroom. It prompts consideration of diverse interactional phenomena, including power dynamics and cultural identity. The Classroom Observation Tool aims to stimulate critical reflective teaching practices, effectively connecting classroom dynamics with the development of transferable employability skills. To achieve this, it draws upon cultural theory and focuses on four key dimensions: norms of classroom interaction, hierarchy and power, communication with various stakeholders, and managing the unexpected.