https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua A Professional Resource Repository en-us 2018-01-29 21:44:38 UTC 2023-05-03 06:09:30 UTC hello@padlet.com devina_varela https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2525751135 This blog and interview (podcast) explore the role of the STEM Instructional Coach. The coach gives examples of encouraging, modeling, and monitoring progress of instructors as they integrate STEM into their daily instruction. The coach includes challenges, examples, and successes of their experience.]]> 2023-03-21 16:55:43 UTC https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2525751135 devina_varela https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2538978245 Emotional Intelligence is important for those in STEM careers. This post describes the importance of EI for interactions in STEM jobs. The article also includes the steps that Australian universities have taken to improve EI among medical and engineer students.]]> 2023-03-30 21:35:24 UTC https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2538978245 devina_varela https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2547791350 The format of these sentence stems follow the 4 four components of effective communication: Listening without judgement, asking meaningful questions, paraphrasing for clarification , and feedback for reflection. This could serve as a resource to strengthen communication especially for beginners, like me. ]]> 2023-04-09 01:37:46 UTC https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2547791350 devina_varela https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2555379875 The Cognitive Coaching cycle allows mentors to take a coaching stance for novice teachers. I appreciate the empowering solution-based cycle of Cognitive Coaching. The cycle builds trust and self-awareness with questions and feedback to develop autonomy and confidence through planning, assessment, and reflection. I appreciate the summary of the cycle in this article.]]> 2023-04-15 16:22:37 UTC https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2555379875 devina_varela https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2563232627 Houston ISD has compiled has many resources, templates, and strategies in one website for professional learning opportunities. This would be a great resource for coaches to share with those they coach. This page of the website provides a concise/resource-heavy explanation of "tight transitions" which is vital the to pacing of instruction. Resources like this allow the coach to empower the instructor to support goals. ]]> 2023-04-21 13:20:24 UTC https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2563232627 devina_varela https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2564212135 Emma has an excellent form for SMART goals. The form includes questions for each component, as well as space to brainstorm actions to overcome obstacles. This would be an excellent resource for coaches as they empower others to make goals toward professional growth.]]> 2023-04-22 13:15:05 UTC https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2564212135 devina_varela https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2572512651 This blog entry include 4-steps that mirror the improvement cycle that one would use to respond to data. It includes a helpful graphic to reinforce the process of goal creation and attainment. Finally, the content creator has provided a coach's toolbox with links to resources. This models the coach's role to support growth with resources and encouragement.]]> 2023-04-29 12:37:39 UTC https://padlet.com/devina_varela/s3ljdxk473ua/wish/2572512651