TEACH Like a Superhero: Powering Up Classrooms for Epic Learning

Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)
Content: Brief introduction to the TEACH philosophy (Trust, Equity, Advocacy, Collaboration, Humor/Humility).
Engagement: Icebreaker activity asking participants to share a word that describes their current coaching approach.
Process: Participants engage in a quick digital poll.
Building Trust (8 minutes)
Content: Strategies to build and maintain trust in coaching relationships.
Engagement: Group discussion on trust-building challenges.
Process: Peer-to-peer interaction using real-life examples. Small group sharing.
Creating Equity (8 minutes)
Content: Strategies for creating equitable coaching environments and removing barriers.
Engagement: Case study discussion on promoting equity.
Process: Small group analysis of case studies and brainstorming solutions.
Advocating for Others (8 minutes)
Content: Effective advocacy strategies for colleagues and students.
Engagement: Scenario-based role-play on advocacy situations.
Process: Pairs role-play different advocacy scenarios.
Fostering Collaboration (8 minutes)
Content: Practical tips for enhancing collaboration, focusing on PLCs.
Engagement: Collaboration challenge demonstrating the value of diverse perspectives.
Process: Small group collaboration activity solving a problem with different viewpoints.
Humor and Humility in Coaching (8 minutes)
Content: Using humor and humility to create positive coaching environments.
Engagement: Share moments where humor or humility helped in coaching or teaching.
Process: Peer-to-peer interaction, sharing anecdotes and lessons learned.
TEACH in Action – Anecdotes from the Field (8 minutes)
Content: Real-life examples that highlight each part of the TEACH model.
Engagement: Reflection on how these examples relate to participants’ experiences.
Process: Q&A session, sharing participant anecdotes.
Wrap-up and Action Plan (5 minutes)
Content: Summary and creation of an action plan for implementing the TEACH model.
Engagement: Participants write down one actionable step for each letter of TEACH.
Process: Individual reflection followed by a quick group share-out.
Total Time: 60 minutes

Supporting research

Here’s the updated list of key resources, including your addition:

1. **Bryk, A. S., & Schneider, B.** (2002). *Trust in Schools: A Core Resource for Improvement.* Focuses on building trust within school communities.

2. **Gay, G.** (2018). *Culturally Responsive Teaching: Theory, Research, and Practice.* Emphasizes the importance of equity and culturally responsive practices.

3. **Knight, J.** (2018). *The Impact Cycle: What Instructional Coaches Should Do to Foster Powerful Improvements in Teaching.* Foundational for advocacy and collaboration in teacher coaching.

4. **Killion, J.** (2020). *Coaching Matters.* Provides strategies for effective teacher collaboration and advocacy.

5. **Boaler, J.** (2016). *Mathematical Mindsets: Unleashing Students’ Potential through Creative Math, Inspiring Messages and Innovative Teaching.* Relevant to the "Humor and Humility" aspect of TEACH.

6. **International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).** (2022). *ISTE Standards for Coaches.* Supports effective instructional coaching aligned with collaboration and equity.

7. **Garmston, R. J., & Wellman, B. M.** (2016). *The Adaptive School: A Sourcebook for Developing Collaborative Groups.* Offers practical tools for fostering collaboration.

8. **Gura, M.** (2018). *The EdTech Advocate's Guide to Leading Change in Schools.* Highlights the importance of advocacy and change leadership in education technology.