These reflections explore instructional coaching as a form of professional development primarily through collegial coaching with technology integration. It examines recent literature on coaching and evaluates the methods and results of effective coaching practices when implemented in a learning environment.
Executing effective instructional coaching in schools is hard work, but the meaningful and transformative change that occurs as a result of the coaching experience is critical. Cultivating an environment of professionals that use their expertise in collaborative settings leads to a strong community that consistently works towards educating students in powerful ways. As schools strive to innovate and adapt in the fast-paced and novel world of emerging technologies, instructional coaches will continue to be essential in equipping teachers and as a result, students in growing the knowledge and skillset to be successful.
Executing effective instructional coaching in schools is hard work, but the meaningful and transformative change that occurs as a result of the coaching experience is critical. Cultivating an environment of professionals that use their expertise in collaborative settings leads to a strong community that consistently works towards educating students in powerful ways. As schools strive to innovate and adapt in the fast-paced and novel world of emerging technologies, instructional coaches will continue to be essential in equipping teachers and as a result, students in growing the knowledge and skillset to be successful.