The Peer Observation Pool (POP) is an informal structure for faculty and Classifieds
to learn from each other by spending time in a colleagues’ classroom or a Classifieds'
desk. As a POP member you are the observer and can observe faculty/staff members of
your choice with their approval. They do not have to be current POP participants.
What are the required activities for POP members?
Participate in a POP kick-off session. Review purpose of POP and create expectations
and resources for the observation process. Share your goals for participation in the
POP and their relationship to SLOs and SLO assessments.
Observe three faculty for at least an hour each, at least one outside of your discipline.
Welcome other POP members into your classroom.
Reflect on and write up your experience as a group during a POP Closing activity.
Complete an evaluation of the experience documenting what you learned and have applied/will
apply. You will be asked to specifically identify how you have improved your SLOs
or SLO Assessments because of your POP participation.
How much time will the POP take all together?
At least 2 meetings + 3 or more observations + any amount of reflection/communication
Is this a paid activity?
There are stipends of $500 available, paid upon completion of all POP activities.
POP cohorts will be asked to present their work to the campus after receiving their
stipends (coordinated with TLC).
All full-time and part-time faculty are welcome and encouraged to participate.
What are the goals of the POP?
Develop a culture of sustained improvement of SLOs and SLO Assessments
Share effective teaching practices with POP cohort and the college as a whole
Develop reflective skills as a cornerstone of teaching
Spark future inquiry and implementation within and across disciplines
Increase culture of collaboration within and across disciplines
Increase understanding of student and teacher experiences beyond our own courses
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
I teach a class in the evening, a lab, hybrid, or online course. Can I still do it?
YES!
I don’t have time to pop in this semester. Can I open my door to POP members anyway?
YES!
If I’m a part-time instructor, can I participate?
YES!
Questions or Concerns? Contact your TLC committee members!
