The pre-observation conference, explained: what it is, why skipping it backfires, exactly what to cover, a ready-to-use question bank, and how it kills surprise ratings. A practical guide for evaluators and teachers.

The Pre-Observation Conference: How to Set Up a Fair Observation

EvalScribe
August 23, 2026
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Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.

Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.

Anthony Neely is the Founder of EvalScribe, a veteran educator, an AI integration consultant for teaching & learning, researcher, & author.

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