by Phyllis Glassman
April 20, 2011
Student achievement is highly dependent on instructional quality, yet many teachers receive few opportunities for ongoing professional development. Instructional coaching deepens, expands, and sustains professional learning. Effective coaching and mentoring initiatives instill a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing throughout the entire school community.
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by Phyllis Glassman
November 4, 2010
The literacy enriched classroom has many, many books in every corner of the room. Books surround the students—on shelves, in baskets on the desks, in corners here and there, in centers, even on the carpet. Cozy reading areas, with varied lighting, are positioned to create a comfortable feeling for students—bean bag chairs, reading rugs, a rocking chair, pillows, and stuffed animals can be found throughout the room.
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