Conference Communication
by Janet Lick
1. Topics & Questions /for All Parties
1.1. Homework
1.2. Class Participation
1.3. Organization
1.4. Academic Success
1.5. Classroom Time Management
1.6. Attendance and Puncuality
1.7. Focus
1.8. Social Adjustment
1.9. Strengths and Weaknesses
1.10. Additional Comments
1.10.1. advise
1.10.2. suggestions
2. Teacher
2.1. Show Concern
2.1.1. "I'm concerned..."
2.1.2. "I know how much you care about this situation and I do, too."
2.2. Be Specific
2.2.1. Numbers/Observations
2.3. Focus and Refocus
2.4. Listen
2.4.1. "I hear..."
2.4.2. "I understand..."
2.5. Paraphrase
2.6. Explain Prior Actions
2.7. Question
2.8. Create Plan/Partnership
3. Student
3.1. Attend Conference
3.1.1. Take part in discussion