Educational Leadership and Management

Training Course on Leading Professional Learning in Instructional Strategies

Introduction

In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, empowering educators through evidence-based instructional strategies and transformative professional learning is essential for academic success. Training Course on Leading Professional Learning in Instructional Strategies equips education leaders, instructional coaches, and teacher mentors with the knowledge and tools to effectively lead professional learning communities (PLCs), enhance teaching practices, and improve student achievement. The course combines the latest trends in blended learning, data-driven instruction, and collaborative leadership to build instructional capacity across schools.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating impactful professional learning programs. Emphasizing instructional leadership, adult learning theory, differentiated instruction, and technology integration, the course prepares leaders to drive sustainable change and cultivate a growth-oriented learning culture. Through strategic modules and practical case studies, participants will emerge as catalysts for innovation and excellence in their educational institutions.

Programme Curriculum

Training Course on Leading Professional Learning in Instructional Strategies

Introduction

Course Objectives

Participants will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of research-based instructional strategies.
Design inclusive professional development plans aligned with school goals.
Facilitate reflective practices through professional learning communities.
Apply adult learning principles to professional training contexts.
Lead instructional coaching cycles using data-informed decisions.
Integrate edtech tools for scalable teacher development.
Evaluate instructional practices through classroom walkthroughs and feedback loops.
Analyze student data to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
Promote equity-focused pedagogy in teacher learning.
Use action research to drive continuous instructional improvement.
Develop collaborative leadership strategies for team growth.
Model culturally responsive teaching in professional settings.
Build sustainable systems for ongoing teacher capacity-building.

Target Audiences

Instructional Coaches
School Principals
Teacher Leaders
Curriculum Developers
District Administrators
Professional Development Coordinators
Educational Consultants
Aspiring School Leaders

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Instructional Leadership

Define the role of an instructional leader in modern schools
Explore research-based models of leadership and learning
Analyze the impact of school culture on professional learning
Align leadership goals with instructional priorities
Examine leadership competencies for leading adult learners
Case Study: Transformational leadership implementation in a Title I school

Module 2: Designing Effective Professional Learning

Identify characteristics of high-impact professional learning
Apply adult learning theory to PD design
Develop SMART goals for instructional growth
Differentiate PD for diverse teaching needs
Utilize feedback tools for professional reflection
Case Study: Designing a PD day for multilingual educators

Module 3: Instructional Coaching & Feedback Cycles

Understand the components of effective coaching models
Build trust and rapport in coaching relationships
Conduct coaching cycles with goal-setting and reflection
Use observation and feedback tools effectively
Foster self-directed growth through peer coaching
Case Study: Implementing coaching cycles in a STEM-focused school

Module 4: Leveraging Data to Improve Instruction

Interpret classroom and benchmark data for teacher planning
Facilitate data-driven conversations with teaching teams
Use formative and summative assessments to guide PD
Identify gaps in instructional delivery using data dashboards
Align teacher goals with student performance metrics
Case Study: Using MAP data to refine middle school instruction

Module 5: Technology-Enhanced Professional Learning

Explore digital tools for asynchronous PD
Use Learning Management Systems to structure teacher training
Facilitate virtual coaching and PLCs
Integrate video analysis for reflective teaching
Apply microlearning and gamification techniques
Case Study: Implementing a flipped PD model for hybrid teachers

Module 6: Leading Culturally Responsive Instruction

Recognize the impact of culture on teaching and learning
Address implicit bias in teacher-student interactions
Facilitate DEI-focused professional learning
Integrate cultural competency into lesson planning
Empower teachers to apply inclusive instructional strategies
Case Study: Equity audits in professional development

Module 7: Sustaining Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)

Define PLC structures and their purpose
Lead effective PLC meetings and action planning
Build collaborative norms and collective responsibility
Align PLC goals with school improvement plans
Use protocols to drive deep instructional conversations
Case Study: Revitalizing a PLC in a high-turnover school

Module 8: Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

Set measurable outcomes for professional learning
Conduct surveys and interviews to evaluate PD impact
Use teacher voice and feedback for iteration
Establish accountability systems for implementation fidelity
Scale successful practices across teams and schools
Case Study: Evaluating a district-wide instructional strategy initiative

Training Methodology

Interactive workshops and collaborative activities
Case-based learning and real-world applications
Group coaching and peer feedback
Blended delivery (face-to-face + online modules)
Reflection journals and action planning

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Instructional coaching professional development frameworks mentorship

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000