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The Continuous The Continuous Improvement Improvement
ClassroomClassroom
Student Led Conferences
Ground rules created by students
Classroom mission
statements
Classroom and student
measurable goals
Quality tools and PDSA used
regularly
The Continuous
Improvement Classroom
Classroom data centers
Classroom meetings
facilitated by students
Student-led conferences
Student data folders
• This presentation contains information and forms referenced in the book.
• “Use of forms and sample documents is authorized for local schools”
• Copyright permission obtained and on file.
Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author)
Student-Led Conferences ResourcesStudent-Led Conferences Resources
• http://www.naesp.org/ContentLoad.do?contentId=460 • http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/curr323.shtml • http://www.educationworld.com/a_admin/admin/admin112.shtml • http://www.phoenix.k12.or.us/tms/stories/storyReader$15 • http://www.nwrel.org/nwedu/fall_96/article4.html • http://www.middleweb.com/CSLV2TchrConf.html • http://ceep.crc.uiuc.edu/eecearchive/digests/1997/
hackma97.html • http://www.msu.edu/user/losarah/oldsource/
studentledconferences2.htm • http://groups.yahoo.com/group/studentledconferences/ •
Information in this presentation has been summarized and included based on the websites above (10-2-07)
• Many of those around me have grown, learned and experienced so much with the help of continuous improvement.
• Student
What’s your definition of What’s your definition of “student-led conferences?“student-led conferences?
-What do they look like?-What happens during a student-led conference?
Articles- Day 4: Student-LedArticles- Day 4: Student-Led
Article retrieved on 10-2-07 from http://www.educationworld.com/a_admin/admin/admin112.shtml
What Are Student-Led Conferences?What Are Student-Led Conferences?
• Conference with parents led by the student
• Teacher as facilitator • Students lead parents
through a discussion of their work (usually the student data folder)
• Typically, several conferences occur at the same time (seated apart for privacy) while the teacher monitors the room
• Worksheets A & B provide an overview
PurposePurpose• Reflects the belief that students should be
actively involved in their learning – Assume responsibility for the learning process
• Students become more motivated, reflective and evaluative in their learning
• Focus on the 3 R’s
– Relevance- Why are we doing this?
– Responsibility- Ownership for learning
– Reporting- To parents and others
BenefitsBenefitsStudent led conferences…
– Motivate students to take more ownership for their work
– Allow students to see their progress over time
– Encourage students to evaluate their work
BenefitsBenefitsStudent led conferences…
– Encourage students, parents and teachers to openly communicate as equal partners about student achievement
– Enhance students’ oral communication skills
– Build students’ self-confidence
– Build relationships
Parent Attendance @ ConferencesParent Attendance @ Conferences
Regular Parent/ Teacher Conferences
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Implementation of Student-Led Conferences
Format Options Format Options • See worksheet D for descriptions• Individual or student involved• Simultaneous with multiple families• Presentation or showcase conference• Portfolio night• At-home student-led
conference • Electronic student-led
conference
Preparing for the ConferencePreparing for the Conference• Prepare student work (student data
folder)– Personal mission
statement and goals
• Consider strengths
• Consider areas in need of improvement
• See worksheet FOriginal Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
Before the ConferenceBefore the Conference1. Begin the year with a student goal setting
conference2. Prepare samples of students work to
show evidence of growth and goal progress (student data folder)
3. Notify parents well in advance of the conferences (Wksht. G1) (including format)
4. Provide opportunities for students to practice and rehearse
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
During the ConferenceDuring the ConferenceTime Allotment
1. Introduction (1 minute)2. Orientation (1-2 minutes)3. Students Achievement Data (4-6 minutes)4. Students Goals (2-4 minutes)5. Action Plan (4-5 minutes)6. Students Work (7-10 minutes)7. Debriefing (1-2 minutes)
Total Time: 20 – 30 Minutes
During the ConferenceDuring the ConferenceIntroduction/Orientation
• Introduction - Student introduces parent to teacher
• Orientation - Teacher explains conference procedures
During the ConferenceDuring the Conference
Achievement Data
• Examining the Data - Teacher shares data that helped student and teacher identify goals
During the ConferenceDuring the ConferenceStudent Goals and Action Plan
• Examining Student Goals - Student shares goals and explains why they were selected
• Sharing Action Plan - Student and teacher discuss their responsibilities
During the ConferenceDuring the ConferenceStudent Work
• Examining Student Work - Student shows work and reflections from portfolio/data folder to demonstrate his/her progress toward achieving goals
During the ConferenceDuring the ConferenceDebriefing
• Evaluating the Conference Process - The teacher, parent, and student discuss and comment on the conference process
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
After the ConferenceAfter the Conference
1. Student sends thank you letter to parent
2. Student completes reflection survey
3. Parent questionnaire & evaluation
After the ConferenceAfter the ConferenceStudent Reflection Survey
• What did you like about the student led conference?
• How did you feel during the conference?• What didn’t you like about
the conference?• If you could change the
conference to make it better, what would you do?
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
After the ConferenceAfter the ConferenceParent Questionnaire
• Which conference (traditional or student led) gave you a better appreciation of…
– What your child was learning?– What your child studied in class?– Your child’s study habits such as
finishing assignments and handing work in on time?
After the ConferenceAfter the Conference
Parent Questionnaire• Which conference format did you
prefer? Why?• What are the benefits of student led
conferences?• What are the disadvantages of
student led conferences?• What more would you like to learn
in the conference?
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)
CHALLENGESCHALLENGES• First time jitters• Uncertainty of sharing control with
students (not used to it)• Need to adopt a student-centered
philosophy (paradigm shift)• Organizing the logistics of
conferences• Responding to families who don’t
participate
Planning For QualityPlanning For Quality-Using the Lotus Diagram-Using the Lotus Diagram
• Using the Diagram, start planning for student-led conferences (each table is assigned 1 of 8 components)– In groups, list the key elements of the
student-led conference component your group was assigned
– List steps, ideas and ways you will begin to implement each component around the outer boxes of the lotus diagram
Lotus DiagramLotus Diagram#8 Student Data
Folder#1 Goal Setting With Students
#2 Activities Before The Conference
#7 Benefits Of Student-Led Conferences
Student-Led Conferences #3 Activities
During The Conference
#6 Format & Types Of
Conferences
#5 Roles Of Participants
#4 Activities After The
Conference
Journal Writing…Journal Writing… What is your plan to implement
student-led conferences?