Cognitive Coaching August 18-19, 2016 

Cognitive Coaching is a form of mediation that can be applied to professional interactions in a variety of settings and situations with the intention of enhancing self-directed learning.  it is a composite of skills, strategies, maps, and tools as well as mental models and beliefs.  It is also a model for classroom mediation to enhance students' self-directed learning.  Research on Cognitive Coaching has linked its implementation to increased student achievement, greater teacher eficacy and satisfaction, higher levels of teacher cognition and professional, collaborative cultures.  As a result of engaging in the Foundational Training, participants will develop understanding of three structured conversations for planning, reflecting, and problem resolving.  In addition, they will develop knowledge and skills for expanding teacher thinking.

Participants are expected to attend all eight days of the Foundation Seminar.  Graduate-level credit from U of L is available.  Necessary applications and fees would be required.  Tuition costs are not included in the registration fee for the seminar.  Contact Maggie McGatha for more information at maggie.mcgatha@louisville.edu.

The registration fee covers the following additional dates:

September 15-16, 2016

October 13-14, 2016

November 17-18, 2016

Registration deadline: July 14, 2016

Lunch will be provided for each date.

Attendance Policy: If you register, but find you are unable to attend, please contact Lauren Tindle to cancel as early as possible.  Space is limited and by contacting us to cancel you will allow others to benefit from this professional development opportunity.  A fee will be assessed for no-shows.