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Modeling and rehearsal are the “secret sauce” of effective instructional leadership. In Episode 3, Mel breaks down how school leaders can coach teachers through modeling, practice, and repetition — simple but powerful strategies that turn new skills into classroom habits.

This episode helps school leaders make coaching more collaborative, more actionable, and more effective — without increasing the workload.

🔑 Key Takeaways

1. Model First — Then Ask Teachers to Try It
   Removes confusion and builds confidence.
2. Rehearsal Builds Skill, Safety, and Speed
   Quick practice cycles help teachers feel prepared before students ever enter the room.
3. Practice Isn’t Extra — It’s the Coaching Method
   Embed practice in normal feedback rhythms to normalize growth.
4. Repetition Builds Mastery Over Time
   Return to moves again and again — reinforce, celebrate, and refine.

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