Guide on the Side

Guide on the Side

Front: When a teacher encounters a problem or obstacle related to CS instruction, the coach may have a good idea of what is happening and how to effectively address it right away. However, supporting the teacher's own exploration and solution-building process is often more effective in building teacher capacity. The coach is also providing a model for use of this strategy in the classroom.

Back: Resist the urge to solve implementation issues for the teacher. Introduce the process of resolving an issue through an investigation. As a coach, guide a close look at the problem with increasingly specific questions. With this series of questions, lead teachers to identify their own understanding of an issue and develop a strategy to address it.

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