The Power of Coaching for Multilingual Student Success: Instructional Strategies That Work in Weeks

By Karen Johannesen Brock

Even though most schools have seen a steady increase in the number of multilingual students in the classroom, more than 60% of teachers indicate they have not had sufficient professional development opportunities on the topic of multilingual learners. This edWebinar will explore the transformative role of instructional coaching in supporting teachers in their important work with multilingual learners and closing achievement gaps. Through practical insights and real-world examples, participants will leave equipped to use coaching as a powerful tool to make intentional changes across the school day. Every teacher deserves the opportunity to work with an instructional coach.
 

Participants will:

• Identify and apply key coaching strategies that effectively support teachers in improving instruction for multilingual learners.
• Develop collaborative practices between coaches and teachers that enhance language development and academic achievement.
• Communicate the 4 components of a powerful professional learning plan and the difference instructional coaching makes for implementation.