Key Learnings

1. Strengthening Communication and Active Listening
   Participants will learn and practice key communication skills such as respectful listening, probing with open-ended questions, paraphrasing for clarity, and acknowledging differing perspectives. These skills lay the foundation for productive, trusting mentor-mentee relationships.
   
   
2. Implementing Reflective, Non-Evaluative Coaching
   Educators will gain tools for conducting effective classroom visits and feedback sessions using a reflective coaching model. Emphasis is placed on collaborative goal-setting, post-visit reflection conversations, and providing constructive, supportive feedback focused on growth rather than judgment.
   
   
3. Establishing Clear Expectations and a Culture of Continuous Growth
   Mentors will learn strategies for setting expectations that foster openness, professionalism, and growth. This includes developing a reflective practice using tools like the "4 Square Reflection Journal" and journaling prompts to guide mentees in analyzing classroom experiences and planning improvements