Coach Learning Library and PLC

Ladder of Inference Skill Session

In less than 45 minutes, you'll learn:

• How to reveal the hidden thinking behind recurring instructional decisions

• How to identify how cultural filters shape interpretations of student behavior

• How to transform simplified judgments into nuanced understandings of students

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Included in our All-Inclusive and Transformational Coach Membership

Ever wonder why teachers keep making the same instructional choices despite mixed results?

The Ladder of Inference reveals the hidden thought process behind persistent patterns. In this practical Skill Session, Elena guides you through this powerful tool that uncovers how we leap from observation to conclusion—often without realizing it.

Learn to help teachers examine the beliefs driving their recurring practices, question interpretations that may be filtered through cultural bias, and move beyond simplified judgments about students and families. Perfect for breaking through plateaus with experienced educators or transforming how teachers interpret student data, this tool offers a structured approach to making the invisible visible.

Transformational Coaching at your fingertips

The Coach Learning Library includes 48 Skill Sessions which can each be completed in less than 45 minutes and is equipped with everything you need to tackle essential coaching challenges. Templates, sample scripts, exemplars, and demonstrations. It’s all included.

The monthly Transformational Coaching PLC provides the time and space to engage in targeted practice and feedback cycles alongside coaches who understand the unique challenges of your role.

Daily access to our private online community means you are never alone in this work. You've got questions? The community has answers.

The on-demand Conversations Demo Vault allows you to watch Elena demonstrate targeted coaching moves on your schedule, refining your understanding of Transformational Coaching.

This will transform your coaching practice.

This learning experience is designed for

Coaches

New and experienced coaches, managers, teacher leaders, and mentors

"The [Coach Learning Library] Skill Session, How to Introduce Yourself to New Clients, helps you understand the importance of being thoughtful and intentional about introducing yourself to your clients/colleagues. In addition, you will have access to an invaluable template with key questions to help clarify and guide your thinking."

ALL-INCLUSIVE MEMBER

"I highly recommend the Skill Session for crafting your own vision! The process and templates allow me to develop a personal vision for what I do that is 100% authentic to who I am and will also serve to help keep myself accountable to that vision and my core values."

JOSEPH B.

"The relevance and immediate actionability of this Skill Session to my work as an educator was incredible! Elena modeled an example of the skill in progress, gave us helpful tools to immediately apply what we'd learned, and provided useful insights to help us develop our practice in meaningful ways. Highly recommend!"

LEARNING LIBRARY SUBSCRIBER

"I am an Assistant Principal and constantly trying to align my daily actions with who I want to be as a leader. I'm so thankful for Elena's Skill Sessions that are actionable, bite-sized, and aligned to vision and values. This is my heart work, and I'm so grateful for it."

KELSEY K.

"Having a learning circle is a game changer! This combination of reading about a process, having a practical and usable tool, and seeing/hearing the skills demonstrated in a relatable way makes the information stick. The Bright Morning team has made PD accessible for every learning style and schedule need!"

MEGHAN W.

"This [Planning for a Coaching Conversation] Skill Session provides coaches with the why planning for a coaching conversation is crucial in order to become a competent, confident Transformational Coach; Elena reminds us of our own capacity and inspires us to best practice!"

FRANCINE B.

What's Covered

This Skill Session consists of nine short sections, which include videos, resources, and reflective writing exercises. All video recordings can also be accessed as audio-only. Transcripts are provided.

What to Expect: An overview of what the course will teach you
Identify a Belief: Elena introduces your first activity.
When to Use the Ladder of Inference: Elena shares the three indicators that the Ladder of Inference is a good match.
Ladder of Inference in Action: Elena provides an example of using the Ladder of Inference with a client.
Your Turn: Elena prepares you to use the Ladder of Inference in your conversations.
Remember This: Elena shares five things you need to consider when you use the Ladder of Inference.
Things You Might Be Wondering: Answers to some likely questions about this topic
What's Next: Suggestions for how you can keep learning
A Final Reflection: Elena shares an activity and reflection prompt that will help synthesize your learning.

What Else You Need to Know

Requirements

Participants in this experience must have a copy of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching. The book is not included in the registration fee.

While it is not a requirement, attending the virtual or in-person The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop is highly recommended.

Accommodating Participants With Disabilities

Bright Morning strives to provide universal access to all of our offerings. Please contact [email protected] as soon as possible to request disability accommodations. Advanced notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. You can learn more by visiting our Accessibility Services page.