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Keep emphasis on revision rather than
evaluation
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Focus on specific areas of draft rather
than trying to deal with the entire draft
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Establish goals for precisely what can be
accomplished during each conference
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Establish time limit for each conference
and apprise students of it ahead of time
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Adhere to time limit and space
conferences so you do not become too fatigued to give good feedback
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Provide feedback to all writers,
including competent writers
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Practice mindfulness; demonstrate active
listening skills
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Read drafts before the conference
so you are in a position to guide during the conference
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During a class period, clarify with
students the purpose and general agenda of your conferences to
alleviate apprehensions
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If feasible and desirable, use a class
period to conference with small groups of students