Week 3 - Are Coaching Models Useful?
Section outline
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Models are a means of representing both the structure and function of the coaching process. They show the differing dimensions of the process and the ways in which they can interact. There are a number of issues surrounding models, for example, a two dimensional structure, and some researchers and coach educators consider modelling the coaching process to be unrepresentative of actual coaching practice.
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Brief Lecture examining selected Models of Coaching
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Another, but distinctly different, type of model to consider.
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There are various effective coaching models which some coaches choose to use to structure their coaching sessions which can be helpful to guide a logical sequence and provide a framework for your coaching session. Using a model can help in a number of ways:
- It helps to provide a purpose to the session by defining an outcome at the beginning preventing it becoming a 'chat' with no clear purpose.
- It can also be a prompt to ensure that the session stays 'on track'.
- It can be used to help the planning process
- It can help the process of self-reflection after the session
We have examined a number of models but this short assignment requires you to either:
- Develop your own coaching model based on your individual circumstances
- Evaluate an existing coaching model that suits your individual circumstances
You should:
- Include the coaching model as an Appendix (not included in word count)
- Explain your rationale for developing your own model or selecting an existing model
- Refer to current research findings
- Include a reference list (not included in word count)
- Include a word count
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Recording of Session on Coaching Models
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This is some general feedback from the Coaching Models Assessment
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