Four perspectives for observing language lessons

A proposal from the changes and realizations of an observer

Abstract

This paper presents four observational perspectives for language lessons: “Planned Activity,” “Goal Achievement,” “Incidental Activity,” and “Care.” These perspectives are based on the author’s approximately 100 hours of observation. A series of classroom episodes primarily explain the viewpoints in this paper. Additionally, the theoretical frameworks behind the perspectives are detailed. The suggestion is anticipated to enhance language lesson observation effectively.