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Article Requirements:
· 3 resources from the program
· 2 ideas for application in your schools
· 1 quote from the discussion board
· 1 photo or image
Topic: How can schools provide a support structure that leads to coaching success?
Resources that would contribute to a successful coaching program can be found on the Partners In Learning website. Located within the coaching sessions tab ( Session 1 Activity 4) is the Frequentlly Asked Questions Reference Guide under http://us.partnersinlearningnetwork.com
Microsoft Education: Virtual Classroom Tourshttp://www.microsoft.com/Education/InTeachersVCT.mspx This site offers the resources to lead students through creative, constructivist, technology-rich projects for all grade levels and subject areas.

"Culture" is whatever brings us together as a group. Peer coaches can help teachers connect and share good ideas, model new practices for those who need support, and promote teacher leadership.
There are many Peer Coaching resources that will support the development of a culture of professionalism.
{Peer Coaching Resources.docx} Click here for all three resources!
The Peer Coaching Plan structures collaborative sessions so that they are productive and successful.
The Learning Activity Checklist enables the coach and collaborating teachers to open up dialogue with specific ideas for improving instruction.

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Article Requirements:
· 3 resources from the program
Microsoft Education: Virtual Classroom Tourshttp://www.microsoft.com/Education/InTeachersVCT.mspx This site offers the resources to lead students through creative, constructivist, technology-rich projects for all grade levels and subject areas.
Learning Projects: Discover Great Teaching Ideas**http://www97.intel.com/odyssey/index.aspx?i=**1This Intel site features an "Innovation Odyssey" page brimming with technology-rich project ideas for teachers of every subject, teaching style, and grade level. It shows how teachers around the world use technology in exciting ways to support student learning--from navigating the Idaho outdoors to inventing toys in Israel.
the classroom. TwoTwo ideas for
Appoint an on site director for the peer-coaching program. This should be someone that has previously or is currently attending "coaching school". This person also provides mini-workshops and on-going support for coaches and collaborating teachers.
Start small and let your program develop and be defined through collaboration among your staff. You could start with specific grade levels or departments.

Modeling or team-teaching lessons that integrate technology and engaging learning strategies.
Reflecting or debriefing on learning activities.
Attributes of a SuccessfulThe Peer Coach
Teachers say aCoaching Program V3: indicates successful peer coach:
Iscoaches need the following attributes.
Is able to with peers.
Builds
Builds on what teacher needs.
Is
Is a team player.
Communicates
Communicates well and to teachers.
Knows
Knows what teachers their classrooms.
Can
Can show teachers an add-on.
Is
Is highly organized with teachers.
Provides
Provides a safe, and accepting.
Is
Is flexible.
Has
Has enough depth instructional strategies.
Knows
Knows how to technology-rich classroom.
Is recognized by staff as a strong/outstanding teacher.
Since a key elementSchools demonstrate readiness for the Peer Coaching Program when they show strong leadership support, overall understanding of this program is sucessful coaches, schools thatthe program, and have targeted teachersidentified teacher coaches with the particular qualitiesstated attributes and characteristics have allocated time and resources to implement the program.

{Peer_Coaches_Team_2.jpg} Team 2 Dottie, Lauren, Barry & Robin
Article Requirements:
· 3 resources from the program
· 1 photo or image
Topic: How can schools provide a support structure that leads to coaching success?
Resources that would contribute to a successful coaching program can be found on the Partners In Learning website. Located within the coaching sessions tab ( Session 1 Activity 4) is the Frequentlly Asked Questions Reference Guide under http://us.partnersinlearningnetwork.com
Microsoft Education: Virtual Classroom Tourshttp://www.microsoft.com/Education/InTeachersVCT.mspx This site offers the resources to lead students through creative, constructivist, technology-rich projects for all grade levels and subject areas.
Learning Projects: Discover Great Teaching Ideas**http://www97.intel.com/odyssey/index.aspx?i=**1This Intel site features an "Innovation Odyssey" page brimming with technology-rich project ideas for teachers of every subject, teaching style, and grade level. It shows how teachers around the world use technology in exciting ways to support student learning--from navigating the Idaho outdoors to inventing toys in Israel.
Partnership for 21st Century Skills**http://21stcenturyskills.org/**Advocating for 21st century readiness for every student the partnership offers various tools and resources to assist educators in integrating 21st century skills into the classroom. Two ideas for application in your schools might include.
Appoint an on site director for the peer-coaching program. This should be someone that has previously or is currently attending "coaching school". This person also provides mini-workshops and on-going support for coaches and collaborating teachers.
Start small and let your program develop and be defined through collaboration among your staff. You could start with specific grade levels or departments.
The team of professional educators participating at the Peer Coach Facilitator Training held January 2010 in Mesa Arizona stated three critical elements required for successful coaching programs.
"Buy In" from all school levels...district, principals and staff.”
“Building a trusting relationship”
“principal buy-in and leadership.”

The following documents have been found useful to help teachers strengthen their teaching and learning environment in a peer coaching setting.
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{Coaching Skills Cue Card.doc}