Approaches to effective pedagogy coaching in diverse settings: Challenges and opportunities

Abstract

Professional development models that promote teacher use of research-based practices for diverse learners is a growing concern, especially among school populations that are increasingly diverse in terms of language, cultural, and economic status. This paper describes how the Standards for Effective Pedagogy, promoted by the Center for Research on Education, Diversity & Excellence (CREDE), are being used as the focus of coaching with public school teachers in various national and international settings. Two case studies are detailed, highlighting different contexts, aims, and models for coaching. Implications are presented based on the successes and challenges associated with these coaching models for improving teacher use of the Standards for Effective Pedagogy.