Communication

The coach and coach partner engage in interactions to understand and respond in a meaningful way.

Competency indicators such as:

• Listening actively; attending to gestures, tone, and body language

• Asking Powerful Questions

• Facilitating awareness of our emotions and reactions during a coaching conversation

• Summarizing, paraphrasing, and restating for clarity and understanding

• Providing and understanding written plans, feedback, and reflections

CoP Topics Related

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Articles, Videos, Research, and Related Documents

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• Tips for Virtually Connecting with Early Childhood Professionals

• Arriving Together Activities

• Encouraging Reflection (English, Spanish)

• Asking Powerful Questions (Rhode Island Department of Education)

• CO Department of Education: Active Listening Handout Interpersonal Skills  (direct download)