Less Frosting, More Filling: Coaching with Micro-Learning Strategies

Outline

Introduction (0–10 min): Open with the “frosting vs. filling” metaphor to highlight the problem with traditional PD and introduce micro-coaching.
Exploration (10–30 min): Define micro-coaching and share practical, ready-to-use strategies through interactive discussion and short demonstrations.
Application (30–50 min): Participants explore and adapt selected micro-strategies for their own contexts using digital tools and peer collaboration.
Reflection (50–60 min): Conclude with reflection, resource sharing, and next steps for evaluating and refining micro-coaching practices.

Outcomes

After this session, participants will be able to:

Identify and apply micro-coaching strategies that deliver meaningful, time-efficient professional learning moments.

Design quick, high-impact coaching interactions using technology tools to personalize teacher support.

Create a collection of adaptable “micro-moves” to evaluate, refine, and sustain a schoolwide vision for impactful instructional coaching.

Supporting research

https://ies.ed.gov/sites/default/files/migrated/rel/regions/west/relwestFiles/pdf/REL-West-CPP-5-2-2-2-Lit-Review-508.pdf

https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/mkraft/files/kraft_blazar_hogan_2018_teacher_coaching.pdf

https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1423546.pdf

https://www.edutopia.org/article/just-time-professional-development-edtech-tools

https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-decrease-edtech-stress/

https://www.edutopia.org/article/collaboration-tips-instructional-coaches

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/21582440221116103

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844024174440

https://www.edutopia.org/article/microlearning-teachers-message-app/

https://www.eschoolnews.com/educational-leadership/2023/04/19/how-to-use-micro-coaching-for-teacher-pd/