The Mathematics Coach Handbook

Many schools throughout the United States are now employing coaches to support teachers in the teaching of mathematics. Very often, these are professionals selected from the current teaching ranks who did not receive any special training to serve as a coach. This book provides the skills, knowledge, and lessons from experience that lead such a mentor to function effectively. Aside from describing the basic duties of an effective math coach, we also provide a plethora of resources to enrich instruction, improve problem-solving direction, and provide teachers with a wide variety of techniques to enhance their teaching effectiveness.
Contents:IntroductionMath Coaches and Math TeachersCoaching Teachers to Effectively Motivate Their ClassesThe Art of QuestioningThe Role of Problem SolvingEnriching Mathematics InstructionThe Various Roles of a Math CoachSome Final Words
Readership: General public, math coaches, math teachers, school leaders.Mathematics Coach;Improving Mathematics Instruction;Supporting Teachers in Mathematics0Key Features:There are very few if any books specifically designed to support this newly created mentorship role in schools, hence we are likely on the cutting edge of our future in math education