Listening is a crucial skill for students to develop for school and life success, yet we rarely purposefully approach a plan for students to learn the skills. Christine Miles, the creator of The Listening Path highlights the why and how for teachers to provide students the tools and practice to develop their listening capabilities. Consider […]

Teacher messages are foundational to building strong, positive relationships with students. These relationships are critical for creating an environment where students feel supported, motivated, and capable of achieving success. When students trust and feel connected to their teachers, they are more likely to engage deeply in their learning, take academic risks, and ultimately achieve success. […]

I have been asked to be part of a panel discussion at a coaching symposium at ASC Abu Dhabi. The conference is designed for current and aspiring coaches as well as those looking to establish a coaching program. The panel discussion that I’m joining is titled, The Ripple Effect: How Coaching Transforms Teachers, Students, and Educational […]

What might your students discover by entering into conversations over holiday meals that are gratitude-based and curious? Hear Adam Fishman describe his experiences exploring sustainability with teachers, students, and communities. Discover why gratitude is a door opener to curiosity and connection.  Gain resources to explore the possibilities with your students. Visit the Onora website here. […]

In this week’s episode of the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud podcast, Steve is joined by PLS 3rd Learning CEO Don Jacobs, Ph.D., to ponder “Improvement or Change.” Listen as Steve examines the difference between improvement and change and their effect on desired learning outcomes for students.  Subscribe to the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud […]

A district office recently asked me to spend a day with principals and instructional coaches to examine their current coaching practices and establish a new job description and focus for their coaching program. Process: I began by having each coach or coaching pair (elementary schools had two coaches) interviewed by an administrator other than the […]