Divination: Professor Trelawney lacks the basic skills of divination and teaching. Her predictions are a mixture of deduction and wild guesses. Her class control is minimal, she resorts to making ghoulish predictions in order to scare or bore her students into submission. She is also unable to make predictions on request.

Potions:
Professor Snape is a highly competent Professor who had excellent control over his classes. It is clear that he has consistently and throughly educated his students throughout his tenure at Hogwarts. The Hogwarts High Inquisitor, that is to say I, have doubts about some of the potions that are currently on the syllabus, for example Strengthening Solution. However, there are other considerations to take into account which outweigh this. Professor Snape seems to be highly skilled in many areas and seems to be an asset to the school.

Even though Umbridge stands out as being the definite worst instuctor at the Institute, I am going to have to pick Professor Hagrid. While his relationship with most students is outstanding, I feel a teacher should be a teacher first and a friend second. A close second - but still. A second.

Hagrid knows a lot about magical creatures, that is true, but he doesn't really know how to teach about it. The fact that he didn't complete his education is also a key factor in this decision. While I believe that he does what he does from the heart, he is not even a graduated wizard and I find it quite bad that he was hired in the first place.

So, yes, the decision may be harsh, but it's what I feel to be the correct one. And, in my opinion, the person most suited for their job is Professor Snape. Yes, he might have steered away from the course potions - but the subject is very broad and the students will never learn anything for nothing. Plus, there is always room for a little variety in every syllabus and I applaud him for his decisions.

Charms:
While I agree that you need discipline in a classroom, part of learning is the 'getting it wrong'.Children learn through trial and error, both of which result in mishaps.So in my opinion, High Inquisitor Umbridge was being far too harsh on the teaching style of Professor Flitwick.As she pointed out, the students were focused on their studies, and eventually, no doubt, would achieve the desired standards.


Divination:
I actually agree with the sentiments in this report, if not the method of presenting it.Professor Trelawney does need to work on her teaching skills.While I am not disputing the fact she was a Seer, her gift seems to have lapsed and resorting to scaring the students with her wild guesses is not the way to either get it back, or teach them.However, as far as I'm aware, even the best Seer's cannot predict on command.


Care of Magical Creatures:
I feel this report is partly based on High Inquisitor Umbridge's hatred of giants.While her opinions on his method of teaching, and of having dangerous animals present, are valid ones, the parts about his personality and look are not.I don't think that Professor Hagrid was even capable of feeling happiness at another person's pain, especially a student.From what I have heard of the man, he got on well with the vast majority of the children he taught.
However his love for the job does not necessarily cover for the fact he isn't well versed in the proper ways of teaching, so probation based on that fact, I agree with.


Herbology:
I wholeheartedly agree that Professor Sprout was very knowledgable on her subject.I think, however, that Umbridge failed to take into account the fact that most of the children being taught are teenagers, and as such do on occassion use foul language.While Professor Sprout should discipline them if it is said aloud to the whole class, doing it under ones breath is not so much of a problem - in my opinion.
As for the fact she gets the students into groups and appears to not interact much, well learning isn't always about someone forever telling you what to do.Children have to be able to do things on their own, safe in the knowledge that a Professor is there to help them if necessary.


Potions:
While I don't doubt Professor Snape's ability as a potioneer, I do doubt his handling of students.Umbridge seems to be filing a report on a kindred spirit as far as the ways of interacting with children are concerned.He obviously did not have their best interests at heart by teaching them about potions that were too advanced for their years.
The children may be learning about their subject, but they are doing so through fear of what the repercussion might be if they don't.That is not the way to run a classroom.Personally I would have suggested that Professor Snape learn some manners, and how to have a bit more fun.In other words take a leaf out of Professor Flitwicks book.


The best at their job: For me it is a tie between Professors Flitwick and Sprout.Both have a slightly more relaxed teaching method, but equally the students learn everything about the subjects they are being taught.Yes a little more discipline wouldn't go amiss, however the students are hardly out of control and wild either.


Whom to fire: While I disagree with the way Professor Snape treats the children, there is no doubt that they DO learn in his classes, so for that reason I would just advise him on manners, rather than fire him.
Going through all the notes, the one person that sticks out as NOT teaching the children anything worthwhile, NOT doing it in a fun manner, and NOT being disciplined enough, is Professor Trelawney.
Her brain is so muddled and panicked from her inability to get her gift to work, that she is failing to deliver a good enough class, or teaching the students anything about Divination.
I'm afraid I say: Fire Professor Trelawney.

I admit that I may have less experience with this subject than many here as I did not attend Hogwarts and the history of it was not a main point of my schooling, though I will give the best answer that I possibly can. It is too bad that the High inquistor herself is not listed here, but then I suppose no one would think through the other options much and simply say to sack her for very obvious reasons. So from the choices provided I will give an explanation of my reasoning for each and whom I would choose both for dismissal and to be kept.

Charms:

I would have to say that I would strongly disagree with the High Inqusitor here. Cheerful and welcoming is the best demeanor to have with your students. If you welcome your students and encourage them cheerfully they are much more likely to have a desire to learn from you. If you treat your students well they will treat you well and desire to learn in return. While it is nessesary for students to behave , an iron fist is not needed to achieve that result. A good class atmosphere results in happier students and better learning. He , from records, was excellent in his field and a wonderful example as a teacher. As for the minor mishaps, with charms there is always that chance, merriment or no, and better for the students to become accustom to that early on rather than be at a loss later. There were not any really risks beyond the ordinary and if I were headmaster I would be proud to have him as a member of my staff.

Divination:
Firstly I do not believe inability to make predictions upon request is a just reason to fire her. It is extremely difficult if not immpossible to have premenitions and prophecies on demand and that is an unjust demand to make of her. As for whether or not she was truly a seer, I don't believe that is relevant to her teaching skills. I don't believe that one has to be a seer to teach the matter of divination , but I do believe an adequate knowledge of the subject is required. Her teaching methods seem, well, unmethodical. Randomly scaring or boring your students with outlandish predictions that really never come to fruition, in attempt to keep them interested, will only make them believe that the subject is a crock and that there is no need to pay attention to the lesson or learn anything from it.


Care of Magical Creatures: I believe that it is doubtful that the professor would enjoy seeing his students in pain. This is the only report on this man that indicates so and I believe that she was stating personal feeling not facts. He was indeed extremely knowledgable in the subject that he taught, which is an extremely important factor to being a good teacher, especially in this field. Though he have indeed used a little advanced of creatures for the age group, to be too strict to teaching really of only the smaller ,more easily managed creatures of our realm is ill-advised as well. Creatures is a subject one should have a broad spectrum of knowledge in as it is envitable that you will incounter a large variety in your lifetime. It is nessesary to identify the creature that you come across and realise its habits ,whether or not it could be threatening, and how to handle it. I believe his choice of advanced creatures was good one, though I must admit I may be slightly biased in this opinion. I do indeed believe that he would need to be counsled on the matter of how he allowed the students to handle the creatures. More careful instructions and a knowledge of compliance, of the student, before the encounter is advised, as well as perhaps written out lesson guides for him communicate more clearly. I believe that his heart is definetly in the right place ,intenese love of his students and his creatures is the main key to teaching this subject. I believe that with a bit of proper counseling he would be able to become an exceptional teacher.

Herbology: I disagree with the High Inquisitor yet again. As for the foul language, whether it was banned or not , students would still use it. It is part of our nature when we are children. If it is banned sometimes it is even more prevailent, if only for the sheer fact it is often thought fun to use or cool ,simply because it is not allowed. A mention to keep them in line would be all that is nessesary in that way. And as for the group interaction I commend her. The more group interaction and co-operation the better adjusted the class. It ,though nessesity if nothing else, teaches them the importance of communication and co-operation with others , an essential lesson for all matters not only herbology. Careful guidance when needed and effective lessons involving ones own discovery of the answers, result in a wonderful learning experiance.

Potions:
I am afraid that I primarily disagree with the High Inquistor yet again. I believe that his advance curriculum was an asset not a fault. Very few institutions offer such advanced lessons and few students seek futher knowledge after attending Hogwarts. He was ,admittedly a potions genius and was amongst the very top in his field. To receive such advanced lessons ,though difficult, is good for a learning mind. He clearly communicated the lessons and had exceptional knowledge of them ,in that respect he was an excellent teacher. I do not ,however, deem it acceptable to treat ones students so harshly or have favoritism in such a way. Instilling fear or serving insults to ones charges , negates the effectiveness of the lesson. It makes the students concerntrate more the teacher than the lesson itself, fearing to upset the teacher or fail and be belittled. A student has much less of a chance to actually remember and absorb there lessons in this sort of environment and I believe that he would need counseling on the matter.

It was a very difficult desion indeed and I would have no desire to fire any of them, but rather work with them. Though since a decision must be made regrettably, it was incredibly difficult to decide , I am afraid that I would have to fire Proffesor Trelawney. For if you cannot teach your students anything, I am afraid that you fail as a teacher.

I believe that the ideal model of a teacher was Proffesor McGongall myself ,but of course her teaching was never in question. As for who I would keep it was a toss up yet again, I believe that both Proffessor Flitwick and Proffesor Sprout would have been excellent teachers. Proffesor Sprout is an extremely close second, but I would have to say my choice will be Proffesor Flitwick. A wonderful attitude an atmosphere, clear communication, as well as impeccable knowledge results in a excellent teacher.

"Prof..."

Professor High Inquisitor Professor Delores Umbridge was a disgrace to every educator ever known. If I had the choice, she would have been fired, before she had even enterred Hogwarts.

Speaking as a prior professor, these professors that she had made these reports on, did what they deemed necessary as educators. Perhaps Hagrid might have thought to start out with something simple, but even the best professor would like to show off a bit on their first day. myself included

As a student I had often found myself wanting something more challenging. Many students enjoy that. If it's too simple for them, they get bored, and move onto something different, possibly something that could get them into trouble. Professors might have to improvise at times, but as long as the students are getting the information they need, and are able to do the tasks given to them, there should be no reason whatsoever, that they shouldn't be given tasks more challenging to them.

So for Umbridge...Ahem High Inquisitor Umbridge, I feel that she was too harsh with these professors, and should have been fired immediately.

"These pamphlets are excerpts from ,the once High Inquisitor of Hogwarts, Delores Jane Umbridge's reports on the Professors. What I want you all to do is look over these reports and decide whether or not you agree with her reports. Knowing what we do about the fine educators of that time period I think it might be an easy task."

She had begun to make her way around the room watching as the reports landed on desk after desk after desk. "You will find that the back page is blank. The reason for this is that I wish for each of you to tell me here which of these professors you would fire and why. Also please tell me which one you think is the best suited for their job, she said with a grin.

Professor Flitwich, even though he doesn't seem to have a firm hand in the classroom the children are clearly enjoying themselves and though accidents are occurring they are learning the lessons. And if one can't laugh at themselves then there is something clearly wrong. The man is a competent charmer as stated so the foundation is there, Flitwick just may need to keep the children on the task at hand.
Recommendation- keep

Professor Trelawney- while not having the ability to predict things on command is not indicative of her abilities her general lack of control of her classroom and knowledge of her subject area is appalling. It is a simple matter to teach a professor how to control their classroom it is highly difficult to teach an adult the subject to which they are supposed to be the experts.
Recommendation- fire

Professor Hagrid-scaring students should be frowned upon in any case and shouldn't be allowed. While a person maybe the best person to teach a class because of their knowledge of the subject if students are unable to understand them their expertise because a moot point. No one is learning anything and the professor is not teaching anymore but just simply babbling to a confused audience. Injuries that draw the eye of the Ministry is a serious offense and shouldn't be taken lightly. Dealing with highly dangerous creatures such as hippogriffs for fully qualified wizards is hard enough how Professor Hagrid thought a class at Hogwarts could manage it is beyond me.
Recommendation- fire

Professor Sprout- in the world of Herbology there are a variety of plants that require the strength and aid of another wizard, so more often than not Herbology would be the one class that would see more of an group effort than solitary work. It takes two people to replant mandrakes, well if you want to do it right with the least amount of damage to the mandrake that is. And Herbology is more on a hands on class much like flying. You can be instructed on the theory but until you squeeze burbutor pus you don't really know what you are dealing with
Recommendation- keep

Professor Snape- well other than a warm bedside manner PRofessor Snape seems to be a more than capable professor. High skilled and knowledgeable in this subject area is what every professor should attain to be. However if the students are unhappy and sulkily how effective is the teaching? Not to say that a teacher should pander to his students, but students shouldn't fear a professor more than they fear death....should they?
Recommendation- keep with plenty of hugs to make him smile.

Armen Recard's Parchment
After reading and disecting each report on the educational standards and actions of each Professor I have found that it would deam fit to fire Professor Filius Flitwick. In the report it mentions his very enthusiastic and friendly nature, but it has been mentioned that there is a fine line between teacher and friend; which in my opinion the Professor has crossed or is very close to doing so. There is too much riding on the education and training of our youth to have them playing silly games and waving the wands around without knowing what they are doing.

It is mentioned that Professor Flitwick often lets the children working unsupervised and without much direction. This is an extremely dangerous truth that needs to be erradicated as soon as possible. There should be no tolerance for such unnecessarily, dangerous, educational neglec.

A Professor that I believe is well sutied for their position is Professor Rubeus Hagrid. Although some of his teaching styles have been deamed 'unsafe', he is by far one of the most passionate Professors at the School for young witches and wizards. I think that his excited, and nurturing attitude allows him to exel in his feild. And physically he fits the job perfectly; being half-giant he is very sturdy and can withstand much of anything that may come his way. Overall a very well-meaning and responsible teacher; as long as he continues to check his curriculum with the Ministry.