I have tried labels, individual sheets, spiral notebooks, etc. The simplest form works for me. I use a file folder filled with overlapping index cards (one per child). I leave space under each to write the students' names and make a tally mark each time I write a note about a particular kid. This way I can see at a glance who I haven't see as often.
I like the index cards because I use shorthand to document my observations (i.e. T= teaching point, *=student demonstrated application of a particular skill, etc.) and I always can see what was discussed, observed, or set as a goal the next time I meet with a kid. The file folder is extremely portable and un cumbersome as I work the room. When a card gets filled, I file it in my assessment binder and replace it. I even code the tallies at the bottom of the card so I know when the interaction/observation happened (C= individual conference, GR= guided reading, GL= group lesson). When I used the stickers, it meant an extra step to attach them in the binders and I didn't have the info from the last conference to refer back to. Becky Trieger Vachel Lindsay Elementary Springfield, IL Working Together to Achieve Outstanding Results! _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
