A Guide to Literacy Coaching: Helping Teachers Increase Student Achievement
"The book outlines how effective coaching models can be implemented and is very clear about what a coach should be doing to perform their duties. The interviews with experts contain helpful information and lots of viewpoints."(Victoria Seeger, Literacy Coach 2007-09-20)"Contains a wealth of knowledge, techniques, report forms, checklists, and research to support someone working in literacy coaching."(Dolores M. Hennessy, Reading Specialist 2007-09-20)"The book shows the differences between a reading specialist and a literacy coach and then goes on to explain all the work of a literacy coach."(Amy Q. Blocher, Reading Coach 2007-09-20)"A very hands-on approach to helping teachers, parents, students, and the community. Coaches are not only given the theory behind what they do, but are given the knowledge of how to implement the research and the theory. As a coach who tries to stay on top of current research, I really enjoyed reading the various perspectives offered by the experts on the different topics. In addition, the discussion sections at the end of each chapter will be beneficial for people new to the profession or who are learning about this profession in graduate school."(Emme Barnes, Literacy Facilitator 2007-09-20)"A valuable addition to the descriptive literature on the role of literacy coaches. This superior text clarifies the responsibilities, qualifications, and capabilities of the coach within and without the school and as a leadership partner."(Connie Molony, Reading-Language Arts Specialist 2007-09-20)"A terrific resource for reading coaches. It brings to light the need for certification or a means for getting qualified coaches. There aren't a lot of books on coaching, and I found this one to be very enlightening."(Carrie Dillmore, Reading Coach 2007-09-20)"From sample scenarios and coaching challenges to details on developing coaching relationships with school administrators, this book is packed with important coaching keys to success."(The Bookwatch, July 2008 2008-11-20)