Publisher's Synopsis
"Readers will: Understand that changes in instructional practices are needed to overcome the challenges today's teachers face. Learn what successful instructional coaching looks like and why coaching is the solution to getting effective professional development in the classroom. Study the five steps of the coaching cycle for teachers, and explore time-proven coaching methods and strategies. Measure the effectiveness of your current program by reviewing the elements of instructional coach training programs that lead to increased teacher performance and student success. Receive tools and forms to help guide the coaching cycle, including teacher reflection, support, and peer coaching, as well as respond to professional development needs" --.
