In Part 1 of our 3 part #MathCoachChat live Twitter series, we discussed how purposeful questions can maximize a coaching partnership, and how we can think about obstacles to a coaching relationship so we can focus our questioning.
We had a lively discussion with wonderful input from coaches and teachers alike. Here are a few of our favorite insights and highlights from the chat:
Consider how purposeful questions in #coaching can help maximize a coaching partnership #MathCoachChat pic.twitter.com/xMEbYpno5W
— marymitchell (@marymitchell) August 31, 2017
Focused questions help overcome obstacles and really get to the heart of coaching #MathCoachChat
— Brenda Konicke (@BrendaKonicke) August 31, 2017
Q1: How does this quote connect to your experiences as a coach? What stands out to you? #MathCoachChat pic.twitter.com/bXwnfjEeYP
— marymitchell (@marymitchell) August 31, 2017
A1 Maximizing the impact of the coaching stands out to me. I want to be sure my colleague is getting the most out of mtg #MathCoachChat
— ➕➖Dina O’Brien✖️➗ (@Dina0Brien) August 31, 2017
#mathcoachchat
Questions with a purpose is key and drives conversations to meet expected goals.— Shante Smedley (@SmedleyShante) August 31, 2017
It’s important questions are genuine and that we are looking for an actual answers. Nothing sneaky!! #MathCoachChat
— Derek Staves PhD (@derekstaves) August 31, 2017
Standing out for me is the word FOCUS. We must focus our questions to help move forward. #MathCoachChat @Math_Solutions https://t.co/jExXkdq6Bt
— Genni Steele (@gennisteele) August 31, 2017
And remember that our discussions should be student-centered #mathcoachchat @Math_Solutions
— Sandra Coulson (@sandra_mathsol) August 31, 2017
Ask questions with intent to learn. And listen to the reply #MathCoachChat https://t.co/ZF5azpXrjF
— Lisa Bush (@lBush11) August 31, 2017
Here are a few examples of obstacles a coach might face when working with teachers #MathCoachChat pic.twitter.com/v1413scmDs
— Susan Chapman (@slcbte) August 31, 2017
Meeting the needs of the teacher in Partnership! They can be so worried about getting ‘fixed’. #mathcoachchat
— Lisa Rogers (@clakars) August 31, 2017
To see the full chat, check out our Storify recap:
Tune in for our next #MathCoachChat 9/27 5pm PT/8pm ET!
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