In this series of articles, we will share insights about common pitfalls of instructional coaching programs, especially math-focused ones.

...give yourself a moment to process 2020, take stock of the strengths and challenges of your community, and be sure to find some grace...

Approaching the shift to online schooling from the idea that you are in a new position can give you a fresh perspective!

Leaders who recognize the magnitude of the change they are asking from their teams of educators are much more effective.

Professional development in mathematics for teachers is more effective when administrators also engage in similar professional learning.

Providing professional development opportunities is an important part of a district and school administrator's role. However, profession

Teachers of math learn differently than their students. How do you best create effective professional development programs the use adult lea

The seven practices described below appear to be key factors in raising the math achievement of African American students as measured by cur

Will a new math curriculum for your school district really solve the problem in low or stagnate student test scores? Here are some other thi

Traditional math professional development has been proven to have little affect on instructional practices. But, it doesn't mean you sho

You’ve advocated for an instructional coaching program in your school and finally have one. How should instructional practices improve stude

This post serves as a general roadmap for administrators who want to support their minority high school teachers and students to achieve mor

In this installment, I offer more detail about the actions of teachers who successfully shifted students' perceptions of themselves as m

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics launched a book in April of this year recommending critical changes needed to improve...

5 key observations by Pear Instructional Math Coaches. What we've learned being on the front lines with your teachers. I thought I'd...

It’s (almost) Teacher Appreciation Week! Here are 3 simple, yet effective, ways to show your teachers of mathematics that you appreciate the

K-12 school districts can now hire instructional math coaches as contractors nationally from Pear School Solutions. Pear School Solutions of