EDT 663 Peer Mentor & Coaching

This course is designed to assist all educators in developing and utilizing effective practices to successfully mentor novice teachers. In addition, the course will explore the benefits that experienced teachers can gain by collaborating with colleagues in peer coaching programs. This course supports the premise that all educators are lifelong learners and that working in partnership with colleagues enhances classroom practices, improves students' learning, and builds social communities. The book Creating Dynamic Schools through Mentoring, Coaching, and Collaboration by Judy F. Carr, Nancy Herman, and Douglas E. Harris will provide the framework for the course. (3 credits)