Writing Workshop Conferring - Virtually

 As I have been connecting and collaborating with colleagues, we have been discussing a number of methods to provide valuable, actionable feedback to students.  In the Writing Workshop, students receive in the moment tips on their work during conferences and small groups.  Many of my colleagues are teaching in a virtual setting. We have been studying structures to ensure students are receiving the coaching and empowerment in their writing even in a virtual setting.  Teachers College Reading and Writing Project have provided new videos to demonstrate how this might look.  Here are two of my favorites! 

K-2 Virtual Writing Conference

Upper Elementary Virtual Writing Conference

I always appreciate viewing others' lessons and conferences. I particularly enjoy hearing the language that teachers use to empower students to own their writing goals and find their voice.  In the upper elementary video, I found the "proficient partner", coaching stance the teacher took impactful and appreciated how she charged the student to take his expertise and teach the other kids in his class.  Share in our comments how you empower students during virtual (or in person) conferences! :)