Getting Started with Observe
Generating Observation Reports
Create and export comprehensive reports from your observation data.
The Observe module provides multiple ways to generate and export comprehensive reports from your observation data. You can create PDF exports, summary reports, and detailed analytics to share with stakeholders.
Accessing Observation Reports
Section titled “Accessing Observation Reports”Individual Observation Reports
Section titled “Individual Observation Reports”You can generate reports for individual observations:
- Navigate to Observe → Observations
- Click on the observation you want to report
- Click Export or PDF button
- Select your preferred format
Role requirement: Reporter, System Administrator, or Organization Administrator
Performance Review Reports
Section titled “Performance Review Reports”For performance review reports:
- Navigate to Observe → Performance Reviews
- Select the performance review
- Choose Generate Report
- Configure report options
Role requirement: Evaluator or System Administrator
Report Types
Section titled “Report Types”Summary Reports
Section titled “Summary Reports”Summary reports provide high-level analytics:
- Observable Totals: Shows observed vs unobserved users
- Organization Totals: Observation counts by school/department
- Grade Level Analysis: Observation distribution by grade
- Content Area Breakdown: Subject-specific observation data
Detailed Reports
Section titled “Detailed Reports”Detailed reports include complete evaluation data:
- All form responses and ratings
- Comments and feedback
- Attachments and supporting materials
- Scoring and rubric details
- Observer and observable information
Generating PDF Exports
Section titled “Generating PDF Exports”Blank Observation Forms
Section titled “Blank Observation Forms”To export blank observation templates:
- Navigate to Observe → Forms
- Select the form you want to export
- Click Export Blank PDF
- Choose organization and user filters
- Click Generate
Completed Observation Reports
Section titled “Completed Observation Reports”For individual observation PDFs:
- Open the completed observation
- Click PDF Export
- System generates comprehensive report including:
- Observation details and metadata
- All responses and ratings
- Comments and feedback
- Attachments (when applicable)
Performance Review Reports
Section titled “Performance Review Reports”Performance review PDFs can include additional options:
- Navigate to the performance review
- Click Export Report
- Choose report options:
- Include Rubrics: Add detailed scoring breakdowns
- Include Signature: Add signature fields
- Click Generate Report
Filtering and Sorting Data
Section titled “Filtering and Sorting Data”Date Range Filters
Section titled “Date Range Filters”Most reports support date filtering:
- Use the date picker to set observation period
- Select From and To dates
- Apply filters to scope your data
Organization Filters
Section titled “Organization Filters”Filter by school or department:
- Select specific organizations from dropdown
- Choose All Organizations for district-wide reports
- Reports will scope to selected organizations
User Filters
Section titled “User Filters”Filter by observer or observable:
- Choose specific users from dropdown
- Select All Users for comprehensive reports
- Filter by job title or role
Status Filters
Section titled “Status Filters”Filter observations by completion status:
- Closed: Completed observations only
- Open: Draft observations
- All: Both completed and draft observations
Report Analytics
Section titled “Report Analytics”Observable Status Reports
Section titled “Observable Status Reports”Generate reports showing observation coverage:
- Navigate to Reports → Observable Totals
- Choose filter criteria:
- Observed Users: Only users with observations
- Unobserved Users: Users without observations
- All Users: Complete coverage analysis
- Export results as CSV
Organization Analysis
Section titled “Organization Analysis”View observation distribution across schools:
- Go to Reports → Organization Totals
- Group data by:
- Organizations
- Grade Levels
- Content Areas
- Review observation counts and patterns
Answer Data Reports
Section titled “Answer Data Reports”Export detailed response data:
- Navigate to Reports → Observation Answers
- Filter by date range and criteria
- Export comprehensive answer dataset
- Use for detailed analysis and trending
Exporting Reports
Section titled “Exporting Reports”CSV Exports
Section titled “CSV Exports”For data analysis and external reporting:
- Access any report view
- Click Export button
- System generates CSV file with:
- Filtered data based on current view
- All relevant fields and metadata
- Formatted for spreadsheet analysis
PDF Generation
Section titled “PDF Generation”For formal reporting and sharing:
- Individual observation PDFs include complete evaluation data
- Summary reports can be printed from browser
- Blank forms available for paper-based observations
Background Processing
Section titled “Background Processing”Large report exports are processed in the background:
- System queues your export request
- You receive notification when complete
- Download link provided via email or in-app notification
- Reports remain available for download
Sharing Reports with Stakeholders
Section titled “Sharing Reports with Stakeholders”Internal Sharing
Section titled “Internal Sharing”Share reports within your organization:
- Email PDF reports to administrators
- Share CSV data with data analysts
- Print summary reports for meetings
- Archive reports for compliance
External Reporting
Section titled “External Reporting”For district or state reporting:
- Export anonymized data for research
- Generate compliance reports
- Create board presentation materials
- Share aggregate data with stakeholders
Note: Ensure you follow your organization’s data privacy policies when sharing observation reports.
Report Storage and Access
Section titled “Report Storage and Access”Generated reports are automatically stored and linked to:
- Original observations and evaluations
- User profiles and performance reviews
- Organization records and archives
- System audit trails for compliance
Reports remain accessible to authorized users based on their role permissions and organizational access.