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When teachers use short conferences, assessment moves from a teacher-directed monologue into a back-and-forth dialogue. As this occurs, teachers get the chance to know the students on a more personal level. This allows for a better approach to differentiated instruction, but it also increases engagement. Research has demonstrate that the teacher-student relationship plays a vital role in student engagement. Students feel known on a deeper level, which then increases trust. This, in turn, leads to a higher level of student self-efficacy and helps prevent discipline issues. But it’s more than that. The five-minute conferences helps guarantee that every student is seen and heard. It's a safety net for a student who might slip through the cracks.
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If we want to empower students to own the learning, we need to incorporate meaningful self-assessment and metacognition into our lessons. However, students still need guidance from their teachers. This is why I love five-minute conferences. Unlike a deep dive tutoring session or a longer conversation, these 5-minute conversations provide a quick opportunity to guide reflection, provide feedback, discuss the mastery of standards, or simply do a pulse check. ( from John Spencer)
There are 4 types of conferences. Read about them in Spencer's article.
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Five Minute Conference Planning Sheet
Five Minute Conference & Small Group Planning Sheet Together
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PRO TIP!
Every conference is essentially a chance for ongoing formative assessment. As a result, spend less time grading when you observe a skill on the spot!
Plan 3 (secondary) to 5 (elementary) conferences 4 days a week. Leave one day as a make up/catch up day.
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CONFERENCE
ABOUT METACOGNITION
SECONDARY
CONFERENCE
In which phases of the instructional model might this strategy be used?
In which phases of the instructional model might this strategy be used?
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