Mid-Semester Conference - Design ClassMr. Jones & The Smiths
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Only 15 minutes to chat. I hope there's enough time to ask questions.
I hope we don't have enough time to talk about my grades.
Design
Welcome! So great to see you again. Come on in.
Jimmy's Beginning of year screening (capacity)
Jimmy's 1st semester assessments (actual work)
Jimmy has struggled to stay engaged on assignments and projects. But I know he can do so much better based on his initial testing. What do you think we could do better to help you reach your potential, Jimmy?
Design Class Goals:1. Creativity2. Collaboration3. Problem-solving
I don't know why this class is important. I want to be a Scientist, Mr. Jones.
Creativity
Collaboration
Problem Solving
I understand your frustration, Jimmy. But, see that our school's Science curriculum has the same learning targets as Design class! In Design, you are just practicing these skills in a different context.
Learning Targets
90%
95%
85%
Jimmy's DesignBaseline
70%
50%
65%
Jimmy's Design Results (1st Sem)
Science Targets
What if Jimmy worked on some projects that were more specifically Science-oriented? Would that help?
Do you have any questions Mr. & Mrs. Smith?
Great idea! We have another student in our class who is also interested in Science. I think you and Sally could work on a Science-based project together, Jimmy. What do you think?
Let's come up with a 3D-Printed airplane design and see if it will fly!
Cool, Mr. Jones!
We could even work with your Science teacher to publish your project at the Science Fair this spring.
Sweet! I've always wanted to go to the Science Fair!
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All clear, Mr. Jones!
End-of-Year Assessment
Science-based Project
Perfect! Let's set some goals so we're all on the same page. Do these seem fair?
Jimmy's Design Class Plan
Goal
Proficiency or better in all learning targets
Achieve 90% or better of baseline
Target Date
4/1/2021
6/10/2021
Thanks, guys! Great conference. I'm really excited to see your work next semester, Jimmy. Just email me if you have any questions, Mr. & Mrs. Smith. See you next semester!
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Design
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Let's be sure to check in on your progress, Jimmy. Let us know if you need any help.