Artwork

Inhoud geleverd door Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate, Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach, and Science of Reading Advocate. Alle podcastinhoud, inclusief afleveringen, afbeeldingen en podcastbeschrijvingen, wordt rechtstreeks geüpload en geleverd door Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate, Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach, and Science of Reading Advocate of hun podcastplatformpartner. Als u denkt dat iemand uw auteursrechtelijk beschermde werk zonder uw toestemming gebruikt, kunt u het hier beschreven proces https://nl.player.fm/legal volgen.
Player FM - Podcast-app
Ga offline met de app Player FM !

8. Making Feedback Meaningful and Well-Received with Alicia Drozd (Literacy Coaching Conversations Series - Part 4)

29:57
 
Delen
 

Manage episode 451469606 series 3609958
Inhoud geleverd door Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate, Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach, and Science of Reading Advocate. Alle podcastinhoud, inclusief afleveringen, afbeeldingen en podcastbeschrijvingen, wordt rechtstreeks geüpload en geleverd door Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate, Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach, and Science of Reading Advocate of hun podcastplatformpartner. Als u denkt dat iemand uw auteursrechtelijk beschermde werk zonder uw toestemming gebruikt, kunt u het hier beschreven proces https://nl.player.fm/legal volgen.

In this episode, Michelle welcomes Alicia Drozd, a literacy coach and leader at the Rutgers University Center for Literacy Development, to discuss the art of delivering meaningful and well-received feedback to teachers. They explore the nuances of giving feedback that not only supports growth but fosters trust and collaboration. Alicia shares her insights on the importance of ongoing communication, how to handle resistance from teachers, and why building relationships is the key to successful coaching. Whether you're a coach looking to improve your feedback strategies or a teacher interested in receiving feedback more effectively, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How Alicia's coaching journey began and what inspired her to pursue literacy coaching.
  • Why having an open mind and curiosity are two of the most important qualities a coach can have.
  • Practical advice for delivering feedback that is both meaningful and well-received by teachers.
  • How to ensure feedback is specific, actionable, and implemented effectively.
  • The role of ongoing communication in maintaining strong coaching relationships throughout the year.
  • Strategies for handling resistance or defensiveness when delivering feedback.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Feedback Should Be a Conversation: It’s not a monologue of what a teacher did right or wrong. Engage teachers in a dialogue where they reflect on their instruction, and together, create a plan for improvement.
  2. Ongoing Communication is Essential: Coaching is built on relationships, and staying connected with teachers throughout the year fosters trust and openness to feedback.
  3. Handle Resistance with Empathy: If a teacher is defensive, pause and assess. Understand why they might be resistant and find a way to meet them where they are.

Resources Mentioned:


Tools for Literacy Coaches:

  1. A Personalized Coaching Toolkit: Alicia’s gold zip pencil case filled with sharpies, flare pens, Post-its, and reference sheets—her essential tools for every coaching session.
  2. Mentor Texts and Current Research: Coaches should always stay on top of new research and have a go-to list of trusted resources.
  3. An Open Mind: Flexibility and curiosity are key tools in every coaching scenario. Alicia emphasizes the importance of being receptive to learning from the teachers you coach.

Where to Find Alicia:


Thanks for tuning in to this episode of The Literacy in Color Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode, and stay connected for more expert insights on coaching and literacy development.

Connect with Me:


  continue reading

26 afleveringen

Artwork
iconDelen
 
Manage episode 451469606 series 3609958
Inhoud geleverd door Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate, Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach, and Science of Reading Advocate. Alle podcastinhoud, inclusief afleveringen, afbeeldingen en podcastbeschrijvingen, wordt rechtstreeks geüpload en geleverd door Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate, Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach, and Science of Reading Advocate of hun podcastplatformpartner. Als u denkt dat iemand uw auteursrechtelijk beschermde werk zonder uw toestemming gebruikt, kunt u het hier beschreven proces https://nl.player.fm/legal volgen.

In this episode, Michelle welcomes Alicia Drozd, a literacy coach and leader at the Rutgers University Center for Literacy Development, to discuss the art of delivering meaningful and well-received feedback to teachers. They explore the nuances of giving feedback that not only supports growth but fosters trust and collaboration. Alicia shares her insights on the importance of ongoing communication, how to handle resistance from teachers, and why building relationships is the key to successful coaching. Whether you're a coach looking to improve your feedback strategies or a teacher interested in receiving feedback more effectively, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How Alicia's coaching journey began and what inspired her to pursue literacy coaching.
  • Why having an open mind and curiosity are two of the most important qualities a coach can have.
  • Practical advice for delivering feedback that is both meaningful and well-received by teachers.
  • How to ensure feedback is specific, actionable, and implemented effectively.
  • The role of ongoing communication in maintaining strong coaching relationships throughout the year.
  • Strategies for handling resistance or defensiveness when delivering feedback.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Feedback Should Be a Conversation: It’s not a monologue of what a teacher did right or wrong. Engage teachers in a dialogue where they reflect on their instruction, and together, create a plan for improvement.
  2. Ongoing Communication is Essential: Coaching is built on relationships, and staying connected with teachers throughout the year fosters trust and openness to feedback.
  3. Handle Resistance with Empathy: If a teacher is defensive, pause and assess. Understand why they might be resistant and find a way to meet them where they are.

Resources Mentioned:


Tools for Literacy Coaches:

  1. A Personalized Coaching Toolkit: Alicia’s gold zip pencil case filled with sharpies, flare pens, Post-its, and reference sheets—her essential tools for every coaching session.
  2. Mentor Texts and Current Research: Coaches should always stay on top of new research and have a go-to list of trusted resources.
  3. An Open Mind: Flexibility and curiosity are key tools in every coaching scenario. Alicia emphasizes the importance of being receptive to learning from the teachers you coach.

Where to Find Alicia:


Thanks for tuning in to this episode of The Literacy in Color Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode, and stay connected for more expert insights on coaching and literacy development.

Connect with Me:


  continue reading

26 afleveringen

Alle afleveringen

×
 
Loading …

Welkom op Player FM!

Player FM scant het web op podcasts van hoge kwaliteit waarvan u nu kunt genieten. Het is de beste podcast-app en werkt op Android, iPhone en internet. Aanmelden om abonnementen op verschillende apparaten te synchroniseren.

 

Korte handleiding

Luister naar deze show terwijl je op verkenning gaat
Spelen