Why the best teachers rehearse
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Josh Goodrich and Shane Leaning explore the importance of rehearsal and implementation planning in teacher development. Rehearsal involves modelling a desired teaching technique, deconstructing the model, and planning how to implement the technique in a future lesson. Implementation planning involves stating a specific time, place, and cue to remember to make the change. We chat about the need for social accountability and feedback in the rehearsal process. Josh suggests starting with group rehearsal in professional development sessions and gradually moving towards individual rehearsal. The goal is to create a culture of continuous improvement in teaching.
Takeaways
Rehearsal and implementation planning are critical components of teacher development.
Rehearsal involves modelling, deconstructing, and planning a desired teaching technique.
Implementation planning includes stating a specific time, place, and cue to remember to make the change.
Social accountability and feedback are important in the rehearsal process.
Start with group rehearsal in professional development sessions and gradually move towards individual rehearsal.
Create a culture of continuous improvement in teaching.
Sound Bites
"Rehearsal and implementation planning are critical components of teacher development."
"Implementation planning involves stating a specific time, place, and cue to remember to make the change."
"Social accountability and feedback are important in the rehearsal process."
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About the host
Shane Leaning is a passionate organisational development coach with over 14 years of international teaching and leadership experience. His approach to coaching and professional development is all about approachability and attentiveness to the unique strengths and contexts of schools and educators. Shane believes that empowerment fosters growth and success for both educators and students alike.
