Build Your Classroom : Planning and Assessment Strategies

Meeting Recap : 8-1-2025 | Session by

The meeting focused on workshop planning and informal assessment strategies for coaching environments, with discussions around various teaching methods and learning activities. The group explored different tools and techniques for collecting feedback and measuring understanding, including Google Forms, Quizlet, and voice note reflections, while also discussing the importance of self-awareness and somatic awareness in coaching. The conversation concluded with a discussion about transitioning from one-on-one to group coaching work, including assessment frequency and strategies for supporting clients in different coaching settings.

Workshop Planning and Club Updates

The meeting began with Coach and Virginia discussing the format of the workshop, where Virginia confirmed she would primarily listen as she hasn't yet built her classroom. Elizabeth joined the conversation, sharing her experience of returning from Alta with a new sense of expansion and discussing her club's changes, including a member departure and plans to formalize processes by adding extra coaching days.

Coaching Methods and Assessment Tools

Elizabeth and Coach discussed various teaching methods and assessment tools for Elizabeth's coaching group. They explored self-assessments, KWL charts, sample scenarios, key takeaways, and reflection questions. Elizabeth expressed a preference for conducting these activities live during calls rather than assigning them as homework. They also discussed the possibility of using polls in the online community to check in on members' understanding and engagement. Coach shared an example of a Google form used weekly to gather feedback and identify themes for potential workshops or podcasts.

Enhancing Learning Through Engaging Strategies

The meeting focused on teaching strategies and learning activities. Coach and Elizabeth discussed making scenarios more engaging by giving learners choices, while Virginia shared her interest in incorporating energy medicine into her teaching, noting the complexity of the topic. They explored various pair work techniques, including breakout rooms for discussion, peer teaching, and creating quizzes, emphasizing the benefits of internalizing information and addressing questions. Coach also introduced the idea of voice note reflections as an alternative to journaling to help learners synthesize their learning.

Client Support Strategies Discussion

Elizabeth discussed her approach to supporting clients who are struggling or need clarification in her program. She explained that she creates video content to address common challenges and adds it to the classroom. Elizabeth also noted that she posts on the main page to notify members about new educational materials. The coach suggested additional support strategies, including one-on-one sessions, creating lecture videos or workshops, providing additional resources like podcasts or books, sending voice notes or written answers to questions, and posting answers in a private podcast if available.

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