Date of Award
8-2024
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (EdD)
Department
Education and Organizational Leadership Development
Committee Chair/Advisor
Dr. Noelle Paufler
Committee Member
Dr. Shanita Anderson
Committee Member
Dr. Angela Carter
Committee Member
Dr. Brandi Hinnant-Crawford
Abstract
An instructional specialist, sometimes also known as an instructional coach or curriculum specialist, plays a pivotal role in improving the quality of education. To fulfill the role of an instructional specialist, the educator must understand the expectations of their role and have the capacity to coach teachers. Effective coaching can play a significant role in leveling the educational playing field. Equitable instructional support requires acknowledging and addressing teachers' diverse needs and contexts (Desimone, 2009). This study is designed to capture and quantify the effectiveness of instructional specialists. This study addresses missing data gaps by providing data from instructional specialists on how they view their role, how their time is spent during the instructional day, supports they need and their level of familiarity with the many facets of the IS role.
Recommended Citation
Scott, Jasmine J., "Getting Better Faster: An Examination of Instructional Specialist Role Clarity and Efficacy" (2024). All Dissertations. 3699.
https://open.clemson.edu/all_dissertations/3699
Included in
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching Commons, Educational Leadership Commons, Other Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons