Classroom Discourse Observation (CDO) Video Samples

Visually Optimized Classroom Environment

The individual demonstrates the proper transition from props to class: 

I. At beginning of class:

Sets readiness

II. Throughout the class:

Gives time to read or look

Stands in a location for viewing of props

Shifts between props so students can follow them with ease

Discourse Domain

The individual being observed correctly and effectively uses:

I. Surrogates

II. Tokens

III. Semantics

Demonstrates accuracy of specialized vocabulary

Uses conceptually accurate signs in context

IV. Demonstrates clarity of:

Fingerspelling

Depiction

Numbers

Pragmatics Domain

The individual being observed initiates and maintains effective classroom communication and interaction using:

I. Eye Gaze:

Individual

Group-indicating

II. Group Interaction:

Gives a student the floor and gets it back

Demonstrates appropriate attention-getting techniques

Closing

III. Question Handling:

Acknowledges questions/comments

Requests clarification when needed

IV. Repair Devices: 

Repeats without disrupting pace

Self-repair without disrupting pace