As you read the chapter...

Consider what coaching has looked like in your own school or district. How do teachers perceive coaching? Why do you think they view it in this manner? Pay special attention to the graphic on page 8 as you consider how schools and districts approach instructional coaching.

Guiding Questions for this Chapter:

• What are the core practices for Student-Centered Coaching and why do they matter?
• How does Student-Centered Coaching align with the Visible Learning Research?
• Formative assessment is a backbone of Student-Centered Coaching, how do you see this is a key driver?