Education Professor how-to
How to Observe and Coach a Student Teacher
Coaching builds strong teachers.
Quick answer
Coaching builds strong teachers. In short: agree; observe; take, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Agree on a focus.
Observe the lesson.
Take objective notes.
Ask the student to reflect.
Share evidence.
Set one goal.
Safety reminders for education professors
- Follow school safety rules on visits
- Protect student and child privacy
- Follow research ethics
- Maintain professional boundaries
Key terms
Pedagogy · Student teaching · Methods course · Classroom management · Formative assessment · Summative assessment: see the full education professor glossary.