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Professional Learning and Development

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Jessica Anderson April 25, 2019

Virtual Coaching: Three Factors to Consider When Engaging Adult Learners in Professional Development

Mobilizing coaching may be the pathway for providing the targeted support teachers in your district need to stay engaged in your vision....
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BetterLesson April 16, 2019

Infographic: Tackling Teacher Retention with Instructional Coaching

This infographic and the accompanying white paper provide insights and solutions for the $7.3 billion challenge of teacher turnover....
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March 29, 2019

Tackling Teacher Turnover with Instructional Coaching

In our new whitepaper, we summarize the research-based best practices that contribute to teacher retention and unpack how high-quality instructional coaching supports teachers to feel successful and satisfied in their role....
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Ann Stewart February 21, 2019

The Breakout Box Phenomenon – Will This New Teaching Tool and Strategy Benefit My Classroom?

Read how one teacher used the Breakout Box instructional strategy to build student engagement and collaboration....
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Afrika Afeni Mills February 12, 2019

What Do You Mean When You Say “Those Kids Don’t Want to Learn”?

Explore different reasons for lack of student engagement and how to help all student succeed....
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Monica Washington January 22, 2019

Three Words that Turn Instructional Coaches into Allies: Show. Don’t. Tell.

The three words, Show. Don’t. Tell. represent what great instructional coaches can do to help teachers see positive change in the classroom....
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Krystal Bankston November 13, 2018

Let’s Talk About Math: 5 Tips For Facilitating Productive Student Discourse in Math Classrooms

Explore ways to empower students to take the lead in their learning and facilitate discovery....
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Katya Rucker September 11, 2018

How to Maximize (and Limit) Coach Effectiveness

Inspect the common responsibilities placed on the shoulders of instructional coaches, and examine how they maximize or limit adult learning. ...
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Katya Rucker August 9, 2018

Strong Instructional Coaching Outcomes

Discover the elements of strong instructional coaching and the resulting valuable resources and priorities. ...
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