I-Learn

There are two parts to I-Learn: Think About and the Case Study Review. Keep the Challenge Question in mind as you complete the directions for each section.

Challenge Question:  What are some key topics to be considered when discovering the learning landscape, ascertaining the big picture of the teaching practices, and determining specific areas needing change?

1. THINK ABOUT
The purpose of the COACH Protocol is to guide the introductory discussion between the coach and the teacher in order to establish a collaborative, productive relationship. The questions and prompts are used to gather key information associated with logistical aspects of the coaching experience and to lay initial groundwork for building a productive coaching partnership with the teacher.  This step is essential whether you are participating in a single or multiple session coaching partnership.

Read the directions for the COACH Protocol and examine each section of the exemplar to develop an understanding of the foundational elements of the coaching partnership and the types of information you will gather. As you review this guide, think about how you nurture a sense of trust so the teacher feels comfortable in sharing teaching experiences and responding to the wide-range of questions within each of the following three sections:

1) Big Picture

2) Performance Rating

3) Barriers and Change

2. CASE STUDY REVIEW
Review the case study that illustrates how a coach and teacher implement the COACH Protocol. Reflect on what you think is a primary benefit of COACH. Which features do you think are the most important in building a strong coaching partnership?