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Coaching Program Pitfall and Recommendation #6
Instructional coaching is an excellent way to support teachers in their continuous improvement practices, especially given the speed of...
Pear School Solutions
Jul 6, 20222 min read


Coaching Program Pitfall and Recommendation #5
Instructional coaching is an excellent way to support teachers in their continuous improvement practices, especially given the speed of...
Pear School Solutions
Jun 6, 20222 min read


Coaching Program Pitfall and Recommendation #4
Instructional coaching is an excellent way to support teachers in their continuous improvement practices, especially given the speed of...
Pear School Solutions
May 4, 20222 min read


Coaching Program Pitfall and Recommendation #3
Instructional coaching is an excellent way to support teachers in their continuous improvement practices, especially given the speed of...
Pear School Solutions
Apr 5, 20222 min read


Coaching Program Pitfall and Recommendation #2
Instructional coaching is an excellent way to support teachers in their continuous improvement practices, especially given the speed of...
Pear School Solutions
Mar 4, 20222 min read


Coaching Program Pitfall and Recommendation #1
Instructional coaching is an excellent way to support teachers in their continuous improvement practices, especially given the speed of...
Pear School Solutions
Feb 4, 20222 min read


Common Pitfalls of Coaching Programs
In this series of articles, we will share insights about common pitfalls of instructional coaching programs, especially math-focused ones.
Pear School Solutions
Jan 4, 20223 min read


What a Year!
...give yourself a moment to process 2020, take stock of the strengths and challenges of your community, and be sure to find some grace...
Pear School Solutions
Dec 30, 20202 min read


We Are All in the First Few Weeks of New Role
Approaching the shift to online schooling from the idea that you are in a new position can give you a fresh perspective!
Pear School Solutions
Mar 30, 20203 min read


The Success of Professional Learning Initiatives Depends on Your Team
Leaders who recognize the magnitude of the change they are asking from their teams of educators are much more effective.
Pear School Solutions
Dec 12, 20194 min read


Professional Development in Mathematics Is NOT Just for Teachers
Professional development in mathematics for teachers is more effective when administrators also engage in similar professional learning.
Pear School Solutions
Nov 30, 20193 min read


How Do You Determine What Professional Learning Your Teachers Need?
Providing professional development opportunities is an important part of a district and school administrator's role. However, profession
Pear School Solutions
Oct 13, 20195 min read


Planning for Teacher Improvement: Four Characteristics of Effective Adult Learning
Teachers of math learn differently than their students. How do you best create effective professional development programs the use adult lea
Pear School Solutions
Sep 16, 20195 min read


Improving Learning Conditions in Math Classrooms for African American Students
The seven practices described below appear to be key factors in raising the math achievement of African American students as measured by cur
Lisa J. Bernstein
Aug 22, 20195 min read


Is a New Math Curriculum Your Golden Ticket to Improved Student Outcomes?
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
Lisa Bernstein
Jul 21, 20195 min read


How to Make Professional Development Worth the Investment
Traditional math professional development has been proven to have little affect on instructional practices. But, it doesn't mean you sho
Lisa J. Bernstein
Jun 12, 20193 min read


Are Your Students Receiving a Rigorous Mathematics Education?
Rigor entails conceptual development, procedural fluency, and application of mathematics. How to look for evidence of rigor in your classroo
Lisa J. Bernstein
Apr 18, 20192 min read


One Important Move for a Successful Coaching Program: Share Your “Why”
You’ve advocated for an instructional coaching program in your school and finally have one. How should instructional practices improve stude
Lisa J. Bernstein
Mar 21, 20192 min read


An Administrator's Guide to Effective Math Professional Learning Programs
This practical guide for district and school administrators presents research-based approaches to effective mathematics professional develop
Pear School Solutions
Jan 23, 20192 min read


How to Help Your Instructional Coaches Engage Reluctant Teachers
One of the many challenges instructional coaches face is engaging with a reluctant teacher. We created a simple graphic tool to help teacher
Lisa J. Bernstein
Jan 1, 20191 min read
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