When the goal is supporting excellent teaching, there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach. This book helps literacy coaches and administrators navigate the many choices involved in developing and fine-tuning a coaching program that offers the best fit for a particular school. The authors draw on current research as well as their extensive experience in K-8 settings. They provide clear guidance (with helpful reproducibles) on:
*Major coaching models and how to choose among them
*Applying principles of adult learning and motivation
*The role of reading assessment in coaching
*Balancing classroom-level, grade-level, and whole-school tasks
*Special considerations in middle school coaching
