Have you ever had a math conference with a student when you ask them to describe their thinking and you are met with a blank stare?
This episode is about effective math conferences during grapple time. We need a plan for our math conferences and I'm sharing 5 simple steps to make your math conferences productive and empowering for students!
In this episode we will chat about:
- 5 ways to get students talking and participating in math conferences
- Simple phrases to prompt students to share their thinking
- Frequently asked questions about math conferences like: "How many conferences can you realistically do in a day?"
Links mentioned in this episode:
“In the Moment, Conferring in the Elementary Math Classroom” by Jen Munson
Guide to Engaging Math Discussions
Other episodes you might like:
102: Talk Less So Students Talk More
92: Use Purposeful Techniques for Math Discussions, an Interview with Paola Sztajn
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