A Guide to Mathematics Coaching Processes for Increasing Student Achievement

List of Figures
Preface
About the Authors
Part I: Preparing the Foundation
1. Defining Mathematics Coaching
What Is a Mathematics Coach?
Stage 1: Defining Mathematics Coach
Stage 2: Identify Responsibilities
Stage 3: Identifying Characteristics
Stage 4: Dispelling Negative Images
Critical Points
2. Bridging From the Present to the Future
Goals, Procedures, and Shared Vision
The Present: Today¿s Mathematics Classrooms
The Future: Tomorrow¿s Mathematics Classrooms
Critical Points
3. Building Rapport With Teachers
How to Build Rapport
Coaching Scenarios
Scenario 1: The Resistant Middle-Level Teacher
Scenario 2: The Fearful First-Year Teacher
Scenario 3: The High School Teacher Who Hid the Curriculum
Critical Points
Part II: Mathematics Coaching Model
4. Focusing on the Curriculum
Why Work Toward Curriculum Alignment?
Challenging Lessons Implement the Curriculum
Aligning the Curriculum
Critical Points
5. Implementing the Curriculum as Designed
Providing Prompt, Accurate Feedback
Basics of Collecting Data
Using Data to Inform Instruction
Understanding and Producing Benchmark Assessments
Critical Points
6. Planning and Co-Teaching Lessons
Isolation and Its Effects
Challenges Unique to Mathematics Coaches
Start With Planning
Entering the Classroom
Co-Teaching
Being a Valuable Resource
Emphasis on Inclusiveness
General Approaches
Specific Strategies
Critical Points
7. Making Student Thinking Visible
Characteristics of Visible Thinking
How the Traditional Model Falls Short
Constructing an Alternative to the Traditional Model
Effecting Change Over Time
Group Planning
Observation and Demonstration Teaching
Critical Points
8. Analyzing and Reflecting on Lessons
Reflection
Process for Analysis and Reflection
Structures for Reflection
Critical Points
9. Charting Long-Term Progress
Trend Data
Why Emphasize Trend Data?
Indicators of Success
Using Trend Data to Inform Teaching
Data Sources and Displays
Using Trend Data for Professional Development
Critical Points
Part III: Continuing the Work
10. Working Within the Education System
The Great Divide
Management Versus Leadership
Influence as Power
Understanding Everyone?s Role
Synergy: The Power of Groups
Critical Points
11. Sustaining Momentum
Managing Long-Term Change
Using C-BAM
Tipping Points and Breakthroughs
Staying Focused on What Matters
The Power of One
Resources
References
Index