Our Go-to Writing Conferences: A Digging Deeper Dialogue

Conferring is the heart of writing workshop, which is why we are talking about four types of writing conferences we adore having with students. In this episode, we discussed on-the-spot writing conferences, complement-only conferences, table conferences, and inquiry conferences. As usual, we tuck in some conferring tips as well!MORE ABOUT CONFERRINGWe have written a lot of content about conferring over at Two Writing Teachers so it's hard to pick just a few pieces to share in today's show notes. Here are ten must-read blog posts about conferring: Conferring: Writing Workshop FundamentalsDon't Skimp on the ComplimentGet REALLY Good at ConferringHow to Name a Transferrable Teaching Point in a Writing ConferenceLet's Talk About Methods for ConferringListening CloselyTable Conferences: An Important Coaching Move at the Start of the School YearThree Ways to Make Your Conferring More EffectiveTop Three Predictable, Beginning of Year ConferencesWhat To Do When a Writer Doesn't Say MuchICYMI: Be sure to check out our previous podcast on record-keeping!RATINGS/REVIEWSWe are excited to share the Two Writing Teachers Podcast with you. If you've provided a rating or review on any of the listening platforms, then please fill out this form to be entered into a giveaway for a free professional book from Corwin.All entries must be received by October 14th, 2022.You must have a U.S. mailing address to enter the giveaway.This episode was recorded in September 2022.*****Send us Fan MailPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave us ratings/reviews on your favorite listening platform.You may contact us directly if you want us to consult with your school district. Melanie Meehan: [email protected] Stacey Shubitz: [email protected] us at [email protected] for affiliate or sponsorship opportunities.For more about teaching writing, head to the Two Writing Teachers blog.