This manual was used to train observers for the Junior High Classroom Organization Study, a research project developed to delineate specific effective teacher behaviors. During the training sessions, the following topics were discussed: 1) preliminary results from a previously conducted Third-Grade Classroom Organization Study; 2) concepts and terms used in the study; 3) techniques for writing narratives; 4) procedures for noting time intervals; 5) use of the student engagement rate, time log, and component rating forms; 6) procedures for handing in materials; and 7) how to be an unobstrusive observer. Samples of all data collection instruments are included in the manual. (JD)