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Does anyone have research-based evidence or practical experience with parent–teacher conferences conducted in the presence of primary school students?

Some schools are experimenting with student-led or student-present conferences. I’m interested in whether this practice improves accountability, communication, or learner agency. This question is important for understanding age-appropriate participation in assessment dialogue.

 

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By Heena Answered 9 months ago

From my experience, student-present conferences can be very effective when carefully scaffolded. I have seen younger students gain confidence and clarity about expectations when they explain their work themselves. I would recommend using this approach for formative discussions rather than high-stakes evaluation. Research and practice both suggest that when adults frame the conversation constructively, students feel empowered rather than pressured, and parents gain deeper insight into learning processes.

 

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