Coaching: Making a Difference for K-12 Students and Teachers - Paperback

by Lin Carver (Author), Judith Orth (Author)

Using scenarios and scholarly research this book follows a coach's journey from her first day as an instructional or academic coach through her experiences helping other new coaches.

Author Biography

Lin Carver, Ph. D, is a professor, literacy coach, author, and presenter with over 40 years of experience at the K-12 and the university level in both face to face and online formats. Dr. Carver is the Reading Program Administrator at Saint Leo University where she has been for the past seven years. She is active supporting the local K-12 school district and literacy associations, conducting research in the areas of literacy, technology, and student engagement, and presenting both nationally and internationally.

Judith A. Orth, Ph.D., is a pedagogical professional with over 45 years of experience in public and higher education. She has a plentitude of publications and educational experience in the elementary/middle school classroom, public school administrator, university professor and university administrator, in both land and online academic institutions. Dr. Orth has presented at conferences, workshops and seminars and has been affiliated with Walden University for over 12 years. She is very active in local literacy foundations as well as national reading/educational associations.