Author : Maryann Mraz
Publisher : Corwin Press
ISBN 13 : 1412960738
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (129 download)
Book Synopsis The Literacy Coachs Companion, PreK3 by : Maryann Mraz
Download or read book The Literacy Coachs Companion, PreK3 written by Maryann Mraz and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Literacy coaches have become an increasingly important part of school literacy teams. As a result, there is a greater need for understanding the issues related to this growing position. This book addresses those issues and highlights the expanding role of literacy coaches in early and elementary literacy programs. Chapters feature user-friendly guidelines and evidence-based strategies for sustained professional development, protocols for classroom observations and teacher conferences, and vignettes offering solutions to common coaching challenges. Coaches will discover how to: Define an effective, proactive role in promoting literacy initiatives; Strengthen content knowledge and coaching skills to support teachers' efforts and students' literacy development ; Collaborate with teachers and school leaders to establish productive learning communities; [and] Communicate their changing roles to administrators."--Publisher's website.