List of Figures
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Introduction
Why This Book Now?
Guiding Principles and Core Practices
The Path to Implementation of Student-Centered Coaching
Chapter 1. Why Student-Centered Coaching Matters
We Don’t Have Time to Waste
How Student-Centered Coaching Compares With Other Approaches to Coaching
Core Practices for Student-Centered Coaching
Creating an Ecosystem for Professional Learning and Coaching
Coaching Toward Sustainability
Connections to the Visible Learning Research
Lesson From the Field
Tools and Techniques
A Final Thought
Chapter 2. Coaching Cycles: An Essential Practice
What Is a Coaching Cycle?
Making Time for Coaching Cycles
What About Curriculum, Programs, and Classroom Management?
What About Coaching Cycles With Groups?
Lesson From the Field
Tools and Techniques
A Final Thought
Chapter 3. Understanding Our Impact
Collect Anecdotal Evidence Through Exit Interviews
Other Ways to Use the Results-Based Coaching Tool
Monitoring Focus on a Unified Goal
Lesson From the Field
Tools and Techniques
A Final Thought
Chapter 4. Student-Centered Coaching Conversations
What Does Student-Centered Coaching Sound Like?
Crafting Conversations That Are Learning Focused
Providing Strengths-Based Feedback
Strengths-Based Feedback Within Coaching Cycles
Questioning and Listening
Lesson From the Field
Tools and Techniques
A Final Thought
Chapter 5. Building a Culture Where Student-Centered Coaching Thrives
Fostering a Culture of Learning
Embrace the Mess of Learning, With Every Member of the Community Taking the Stance of Learner
Use Student Evidence and Data to Drive Decision-Making
Reflect On and Adjust Practice Based on the Needs of Students
Use Shared Decision-Making so Teachers’ Voices, Experiences, and Perspectives Are Taken Into Account
Focus School Improvement Efforts on a Single Goal or Strategy
Lesson From the Field
Tools and Techniques
A Final Thought
Chapter 6. Systems to Make Student-Centered Coaching Happen
Marketing and Messaging
Organize the Year Into Coaching Rounds
Start Small and Gain Momentum
Consistently Monitor for Impact
Lesson From the Field
Tools and Techniques
A Final Thought
Chapter 7. Supporting and Evaluating Coaches
First Things First: Hire Effective Coaches
What to Look For When Hiring Coaches
Provide Job-Embedded Support Through Coaching Labs
A Curriculum to Support New Coaches
Tools and Processes for Evaluating Coaches
The Role of the District in Supporting Student-Centered Coaching
Lesson From the Field
Tools and Techniques
A Final Thought
Resources
References
Index
