Pre Conference Example
Pre Conference Example
Pre Conference Example
What are the prerequisite skills that the students have to know in order to be successful?
Students will need to have an understanding of basic scientific processes, and know how to use observation
to reach conclusions. They can also pull from past experiences using experiment stations around the
classroom. They will have already completed a lesson on sound waves which shares many of the same
concepts and vocabulary as light energy.
Are there any particular grouping structures in place? If so, how will you hold students accountable for group
work?
Students will be placed in small groups for a portion of the lesson. Groups will submit written observations
via an activity rubric, and will be allowed to offer verbal comments as the lesson proceeds and as a closer.
What do you expect the students to know and be able to do after the lesson?
Students should have a more personal, experienced-based understanding of light and the properties of light
energy that the lesson covers. They will also have common points of interest to share with their fellow
classmates.
Briefly describe the varied learning needs of students in the class, including those with disabilities and ELLs and
how you plan and prepare to meet their needs.
Students requiring extra time, oral assessment, or SIOP interventions as per their documented
modifications and accommodations will be provided for according to their needs.
How will you assess whether or not students met the objectives for the lesson?
Assessment will be a two-part process: 1) through teacher observations and impromptu questioning of
groups during the course of the activities, and 2) through review of student observation rubrics containing
directives and goals for the groups. The following day, students will have a formal assessment.
Is there anything in particular you want me to be observing with regard to your areas of reinforcement and
refinement?
I will be circulating around the room and will at times be commenting on, redirecting or offering guiding
suggestions as I see fit. I will have to leave some groups unattended at times while my focus is on other
groups.
Are there any other special circumstances that I should be aware of before the announced observation?
This observation will be only two days after Thanksgiving holiday. After such holidays, sometimes students
forget previously known concepts and often require re-teaching. They can also forget previously practiced,
standard classroom procedures.
Is there anything else you would like to discuss before the observation?