Instructional Coaching

- Introduction
- CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Instructional Coaching
- What Do Instructional Coaches Do?
- Typical Instructional Coach Tasks
- Models of Instructional Coaching
- Instructional Teams
- Resources
- 1.1 Roles of the Literacy Coach
- 1.2 Beginning of the Year Letter
- 1.3 Literacy Topics Survey: Elementary
- 1.4 Literacy Topics Survey: Middle/Secondary
- 1.5 Elementary Literacy Materials Survey
- 1.6 Middle/Secondary Literacy Materials Survey
- 1.7 Team Goals Chart
- 1.8 Online Resources for Keeping Meetings Running Smoothly
- Reference
- CHAPTER 2 Organizing for Coaching
- Establishing a Schedule
- Sample Daily Instructional Coaching Schedule-Elementary Level
- Sample Daily Instructional Coaching Schedule-Middle or Secondary Level
- Tips for Scheduling with Recalcitrant Teachers
- Mastering Recordkeeping
- Resources
- 2.1 Daily Coaching Schedule
- 2.2 Weekly Coaching Calendar
- 2.3 Scheduling Survey Form
- 2.4 Daily Coaching Record
- 2.5 Individual Coaching Record
- CHAPTER 3 Effective Professional Development and Adult Learning
- Effective Professional Development-
- You're the Coach: Professional Development Scenario
- Characteristics of Effective Professional Development
- Schoolwide Professional Development Plans
- Principles of Effective Adult Learning
- Involving Teachers In Professional Development Presentations
- Resources
- 3.1 Professional Development Needs Survey
- 3.2 Options for Professional Development
- 3.3 Tips for Effective Presentations
- References
- CHAPTER 4 The Coaching Cycle
- The Coaching Cycle
- Identifying the Leverage Point for Effective Coaching
- Resources
- 4.1 Instructional Coaching Resources
- 4.2 Identifying the Coaching Focus/Leverage Point
- CHAPTER 5 Teacher Study Groups
- Teacher Study Groups
- Goals for Teacher Study Groups
- Professional Development Modules
- Resources
- 5.1 Sample Teacher Study Group Agenda
- 5.2 Teacher Study Group Log
- 5.3 Resources for Teacher Study Groups
- Reference
- CHAPTER 6 Book Study Discussion Groups
- Book Study Groups
- Goals for Book Study Groups
- Tips for a Successful Book Study Group
- Selecting and Obtaining the Books
- Resources
- 6.1 Suggested Books for Book Study Groups by Topic
- 6.2 Resources for Book Study Groups
- References
- CHAPTER 7 Observing Instruction
- Observing Instruction
- Being a Reflective Observer
- Sources Which Influence Observations
- What Should I Observe?
- Observation Cycle
- Keeping Track of Ideas during Observations
- Resources
- 7.1 Classroom Observation Form
- 7.2 Seating Charts
- 7.3 Classroom Observation Organizer
- 7.4 Notes for Follow-up
- 7.5 Online Resources for Observing Instruction
- CHAPTER 8 Studying Instruction
- Studying Instruction
- Lesson Study
- Video-Based Self-Reflection
- Video-Based Student Observation for Professional Development
- Intra- and Inter-School Classroom Visitations
- Focused Content Lessons
- Resources
- 8.1 Resources for Lesson Study
- 8.2 Video-Based Self-Reflection Viewing Guide
- 8.3 Student Video Observation Guide
- 8.4 Generic Classroom Visitation Observation Guide
- 8.5 Supporting Teachers' Attempts to Use New Approaches
- References
- CHAPTER 9 Systematic Observation of Instruction
- Systematic Observation of Instruction
- Rating Scales
- Classroom Coding Systems
- References
- CHAPTER 10 Demonstration Lessons
- Demonstration Lessons
- Planning for Demonstration Lessons
- Resources
- 10.1 Demonstration Lesson Observation Guide
- 10.2 Demonstration Lesson Plan
- 10.3 Ideas for Demonstration Lessons
- 10.4 Post-Demonstration Lesson Summary Form
- Reference
- CHAPTER 11 Co-Planning and Co-Teaching
- Co-Planning and Co-Teaching
- Co-Planning and Co-Teaching Process
- References
- CHAPTER 12 Instructional Rounds
- Instructional Rounds
- Goals for Instructional Rounds
- The Professional Learning Community
- Resources
- 12.1 Instructional Rounds Record Sheet
- Reference
- CHAPTER 13 Technology Tools and Professional Development
- Technology Tools and Professional Development
- Blogs
- Wikis
- Video
- Social Media
- References
- CHAPTER 14 The School Professional Development Center
- The School Professional Development Center
- Goals for a Professional Development Center
- Planning the Professional Development Center
- Resources
- 14.1 Organizing Books and Materials
- 14.2 Keeping Track of Books and Materials
- 14.3 Identifying Needed Resources-Teacher Survey
- 14.4 Resource Budget Request Form
- 14.5 Resources for Inexpensive Materials
- CHAPTER 15 Making Professional Development a Priority for All Teachers
- Making Professional Development a Priority
- Assessing Professional Development
- Reference
- Appendix: Professional Development Activities
- Schoolwide Literacy Action Plan Activity
- Classroom Observation Activity-
- Pinwheel Discussions: Large Group Conversations
- Studying Instruction Activity
- Demonstration Lesson Activity
- Technology Tools Activity