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The Lead Learners is a professional learning network in northern Indiana to encourage instructional leadership and literacy practices. The Lead Learners exists to help educators stay sharp and engage learners.
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Expanding the Definition of “Text”
Holly Wenning helps us expand the definition of “text” when considering mentor texts and reading assessments.
The Importance of the Workshop Model in High School
Instructional coach Holly Wenning shares the importance of the workshop model, and especially work time, for high school students. See the transition from minilesson to work time in a 10th-grade English class.
Coaching Minute: The Risk of Vulnerability
Instructional coach Jenn Ross explains the importance of being vulnerable. By modeling the expectations for phonics minilessons, she risked failure in front of her colleagues and was reminded of a powerful way to build strong relationships.
Coaching Minute: Encouraging Teacher Leaders
Instructional coach Jonathan Winslow shares how he intentionally creates leadership opportunities for the teachers he works alongside.
Coaching Minute: Keep the Focus on Students
Inga Omondi suggests keeping the focus on students in order to entice apprehensive teachers into a coaching relationship.
Coaching Minute: Navigating Tough Conversations
Instructional coach Holly Wenning shares advice for navigating tough conversations.
Coaching Minute: The Gift of Time
Instructional coach Mary Brower shares an idea to give the gift of time to teachers.
Coaching Minute: The Importance of Patience
Instructional coach Mary Brower reminds us of the importance of patience, especially with ourselves.
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