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10 Essential Education Books to Improve Teaching and Instructional Practices
In this follow-up to Top 10 Must-Read Books for Instructional Coaching, Tara Harvey shifts the focus to classroom instruction itself. Explore ten impactful education books that strengthen instructional practices, inspire meaningful teaching strategies, and help every educator—from teachers to district leaders—keep learning at the heart of their work.

Tara Harvey
Nov 1011 min read


What Does a PBL Coach Do? Inside the Role of a Project Based Learning Coach
What does a PBL Coach really do? This post explores how a PBL Coach supports teachers beyond “drive-by PD,” helping them plan, implement, and sustain meaningful Project-Based Learning. Learn how ongoing PBL coaching keeps the momentum moving forward and transforms professional development into lasting change.

Alicia Peletz
Oct 213 min read


Top 10 Must Read Books For Instructional Coaching
Coaching is a journey of learning. Discover my key lessons and a must-read book list for instructional coaches and school leaders.

Tara Harvey
Mar 59 min read


Effective School Leadership Practices: Balancing Coaching and Teacher Evaluation
Explore effective school leadership practices to balance coaching and evaluation, build trust, foster growth, and inspire a shared vision.

Dr. Jacqueline Arce
Jan 85 min read


Eight Inclusive Classroom Strategies for New Educators
Discover easy strategies for new teachers to create an inclusive classroom, build relationships, and understand student needs from day one.

Christine Trahms
Jul 28, 20248 min read


Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Interdisciplinary Learning
Unlock student potential with meaningful interdisciplinary learning that fosters critical thinking and real-world problem-solving.

Dr. Jacqueline Arce
May 21, 20246 min read


Professional Development for Teachers: A School Leader’s Roadmap to Sustainable Programs
Explores the need for sustainable PD, emphasizing long-term growth over one-off sessions and strategies for meaningful teacher learning.

Dr. Jacqueline Arce
Mar 17, 20246 min read


Reimagining PBL Design with AI: Meet Our Project Builder!
Discover ACP's Project Builder & workshops, blending AI with human creativity for effective project-based teaching for students.

Alicia Peletz
Jan 8, 20244 min read


Empower Your Students with Our Learning Strategies Playbook in 2024
ACP is giving away a free Learning Strategies Playbook with useful strategies for creating a constructivist and learner-centered classroom.

Alicia Peletz
Jan 1, 20244 min read


Change is the Only Constant. Trust me, I Grew up in a Darkroom!
An instructional coach reflects on evolving beliefs and transformative methods in education to engage students for the future.

Tara Harvey
Dec 10, 20236 min read


High-Quality PD: Dive into Criteria & Effective Learning Strategies
ACP's Quality Criteria for PD emphasizes transformative learning, practical strategies, and teacher support.
Gina Olabuenaga
Sep 17, 20235 min read


A Self-Care Workbook
The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. -Helen Keller Introduction This...

Alicia Peletz
Dec 21, 20214 min read
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