Your Small Group Instruction, Your Records: A Tip for Tomorrow From Stacey

This week, Stacey chats about the critical role of record-keeping in small-group instruction within the writing workshop. The episode highlights five key reasons why educators should prioritize record keeping. We’ll explore effective record-keeping methods, emphasizing the importance of real-time note-taking during conferences and discussing physical and digital tools for maintaining records. A particular focus is placed on using Google Forms as an efficient and organized method for record-keeping, briefly mentioning Google Apps Script for automating data organization. *****Go Deeper:Google Apps ScriptTWTBlog PostsA Few Tips for Small Group Instruction: Expanding the Reach With Small Group WorkIdeas for planning Small Group InstructionIncrease the Number of Teachers in the Room with Student-Led Small GroupsSmall Groups, Big Engagement: Expanding the Possibilities and Potential Student Agency, Self-Assessment, and Small Group InstructionThe Language to Develop Agency: Amping Up Agency Blog SeriesThe Power of Progression: Expanding the Reach with Small Group WorkThis is the year I’m going to keep better records.TWTPod EpisodeInviting Students to Sign Up for Small Groups*****Thanks to our affiliate, Zencastr! Use our special link (https://zen.ai/mqsr2kHXSP2YaA1nAh2EpHl-bWR9QNvFyAQlDC3CiEk) to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. 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.