In the Secondary CLASS tool, you score Learning Targets/Organization based only on what is visible in the current cycle. If you are starting mid-stream during independent work, follow these three rules:
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Look for Visual Cues: Check if the learning targets are posted on the board, in a digital slide, or on the students' handouts. If they are clearly visible and students are following them, this counts as evidence.
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Listen for "Re-orientation": Since you missed the initial intro, look for the teacher circulating and reminding students of the "why" (e.g., "Remember, we are doing this to understand how X affects Y"). This serves as a verbal learning target within the cycle.
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Assess Task Clarity: Does the independent work feel organized? If students are working purposefully without asking "What do I do next?", it indicates the lesson is well-organized, even if the formal "presentation" happened before the camera rolled.