Methods of Coaching

Coach Mentor Program

Designed to teach the intricacies of teaching and learning as well as the principles and methods of teaching required for competent coaching. Coaches will learn practical skills needed to effectively impart knowledge to learners. Coaches will learn how to expand and practice the use of objectives, instructional design, learning, behavior management, media and other instructional materials. Included is the development of:

• principles of teaching and learning
• effective teaching behaviors
• an environment conductive to learning
• ability to organize, allocate, and manage resource of time, space, and activities
  
• different levels of questioning and questioning strategies
• media and other instructional devices to enhance learning
• instructional goals and performance objectives
• session (lesson) plans
• direct and indirect instruction strategies
• assessment and evaluation techniques and tools

The program is specifically designed where the mentees will get guidance, support, challenges and can discuss career-related ideas with mentors who will work with them individually on a range of various aspects of the profession. The Mentorship Program objectives will allow coaches unique access to organic growth and personal development including:

• Exposure to different ideas and philosophies
• Providing training in a range of topics
• Critical feedback on coaching, delivery, and communication
• Developing a coaching philosophy
• Access to a sounding board
• Application of the “why” and “how” “what” about the sport they coach