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Table of Contents

Reproducible pages are in italics

About the Author

Introduction

The Time Is Now

Consequences of Failing to Act

The Definition of a Coach

In This Book

Part 1: Essential Skills for Implementing the Observation and Feedback Cycle

1 Fair Observations in Bilingual and Dual-Language Classrooms

A Definition of Fair

The Challenges of Current Teacher Evaluation Frameworks

The Role of Advocacy in Coaching

Data Gathering

What to Expect From the Observation and Feedback Cycle

Conclusion

2 The Eight Goals of the Observation and Feedback Cycle

Goal 1: Ensure Each Encounter Helps Teachers Improve

Goal 2: Connect Colleagues’ Successes

Goal 3: Provide an Outside Perspective

Goal 4: Use Multiple Observations to Obtain Concrete Data on Student Progress

Goal 5: Achieve Equity

Goal 6: Incorporate Culture

Goal 7: Gather Accurate Evidence During the Observation

Goal 8: Embrace Best Practices

Conclusion

Chapter 2: Action-Planning Template

3 Fair and Effective Feedback to Improve Teacher Practice

Characteristics of Fair and Effective Feedback

Transparency in Feedback

Conclusion

Chapter 3: Action-Planning Template

Part 2: The Observation and Feedback Cycle

4 Mindset Essentials That Frame the Foundation for the Observation and Feedback Cycle

Establish Trust and Confidence

Avoid Hidden Agendas

Lead by Learning

Become an Insider, Not an Outsider

Know the Right Things

Ensure Confidentiality

Know When to Use Spotlights and Supports

Conclusion

Chapter 4: Action-Planning Template

5 The Pre-Observation Conference

Establish Logistical Details

Define the Learning

Foster Communities of Language Risk Taking

Develop a Deep Understanding of Students

Determine Mastery, Structure, and Sequence; Align Meaningful Assessments; and Collect Data About Student Learning

Ensure Program Alignment

Check in With a Specialist

Conclusion

Chapter 5: Action-Planning Template

6 The Observation

Four Essential Questions for Guiding Observations

Six Tasks of Notice as Tools for Collecting Evidence

Conclusion

Chapter 6: Action-Planning Template

7 The Post-Observation Conference

Preparation for the Post-Observation Conference

Four Tasks for the Post-Observation Conference

Bilingual- and Dual-Language-Specific Supports

Plan for Success

Conclusion

Chapter 7: Action-Planning Template

Appendix A: Bilingual and Dual-Language Programs

Appendix B: Frequently Asked Questions

References and Resources

Index