Coaching Teachers in Bilingual and Dual-Language Classrooms
Author | : Alexandra Guilamo |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 248 |
Release | : 2019-10-18 |
ISBN-10 | : 1949539237 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781949539233 |
Rating | : 4/5 (37 Downloads) |
Download or read book Coaching Teachers in Bilingual and Dual-Language Classrooms written by Alexandra Guilamo and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-18 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gain the skills you need to coach teachers in bilingual and dual-language classrooms. In this practical guide, you will discover a proven process for creating a fair and effective observation and feedback cycle to help support bilingual teachers in this important work. Author Alexandra Guilamo offers pertinent coaching theory and accessible coaching strategies sourced directly from her firsthand experiences in dual-language education. Use this bilingual education book to guide your instructional coaching: Explore the dual-language programs currently used in classrooms and schools and their unique qualities and benefits. Learn the seven essential elements of an effective coaching and feedback cycle. Gain best practices you can utilize in your work as a coach and observer of dual-language teachers. Study the characteristics of high-quality feedback. Receive answers to frequently asked questions on dual-language instruction. Contents: About the Author Introduction Chapter 1: Understanding the Practices of Effective Bilingual and Dual-Language Teachers Chapter 2: Defining Fair Observations in Bilingual and Dual-Language Classrooms Chapter 3: Implementing Fair Feedback to Improve Teacher Practice Chapter 4: Establishing the Pre-Observation Process Chapter 5: Observing in Bilingual and Dual-Language Classrooms Chapter 6: Preparing for the Post-Observations Conversation Final Thoughts Appendix A: Dual-Language and Bilingual Programs Appendix B: Frequently Asked Questions References and Resources Index