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“Get a Little on Ya”: Coaching Teachers Through Change

Dana Murphy

Dana Murphy uses a humorous mantra to remind herself and the teachers she works with that change comes only when you have the courage to try new things even before you fully believe in their value.

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“You’ll Figure It Out”: 10 Tips for Literacy Coaches Who Are Given Little Guidance

Terry Thompson

Many new literacy coaches find they are not just in a new role—they have the task of developing most of the routines and expectations for this new role on their own. Terry Thompson shares tips for literacy coaches who are given little guidance at the start of the year.

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A Change in the Weather: Moving from Teacher to Coach

Ruth Ayres

Ruth Ayres finds that coaches can't help but feel a little ambivalent about losing their teaching role, but it's important to embrace the changes in responsibilities if you want to coach well.