I thought to discuss how digital technology can more effectively assist students with special learning needs to learn more effectively in the classroom and other environments. But I find this topic is rather vague. Also, those kinds of discussions in this area have been comprehensive. However, relatively little information on how to let society and […]
How can educators partner with families to encourage growth mindset, enhance student resilience and learning outcomes, assess their child’s learning like a teacher and offer support like a coach? Here’s an interactive document of resources …
It’s fairly well known that higher education admissions practices have made headlines in recent years, and issues of access and equity have been at the heart of the controversies. In 2019, a highly-publicized admissions scandal known as Operation Varsity Blues revealed conspiracies committed by more than 30 affluent parents, many in the entertainment industry, offering …
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Inquiry Question: How can successful coaches model vulnerability to strengthen communication and collaboration in coaching relationships? Communication and collaboration are such vital components of successful relationships, including coaching partnerships. While they play important roles in successful coaching, it takes time to build these skills and develop trust with those we coach. As Les Foltos (2013) reminds us, “Communication and collaboration skills must…
Does clear communication allow for effective collaboration by valuing individuals? How does utilizing the tools for each component individual enable inquiry? What are the components of clear communication? Clear communication plays an important role in …
Teaching is a hard job in the best of times. Add in a pandemic that requires the ability to teach in-person, remotely, or some combination there-of, and more questions than answers will surely arise. Teachers need help and support and hopefully this is where peer coaches can come into play, but where do coaches even begin to …
Teaching is a hard job in the best of times. Add in a pandemic that requires the ability to teach in-person, remotely, or some combination there-of, and more questions than answers will surely arise. Teachers need help and support and hopefully this is where peer coaches can come into play, but where do coaches even begin to …
In this module of my graduate course we have been focusing on the roles communication and collaboration skills play in successful coaching. Looking at this […]
On a recent scroll-journey through my Facebook posts, I found a poignant letter written from a Year 12 student to…
For my EDTC 6105 course we are continuing to talk about communication, coaching and how communication plays a role in successful coaching. Over the last couple weeks we have been talking about how coaches can build trust, set goals and … Continue reading
