Course Description:
The Google Certified Coach course is designed to prepare educators to become proficient in using Google tools and technologies for coaching and mentoring other educators. Through a series of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to provide effective professional development, support teachers in their use of technology, and promote innovation and change within their school or district.

Key Learning Objectives:
Understand the role and responsibilities of a Google Certified Coach, including providing coaching, mentoring, and professional development to educators.
Learn how to use Google tools and technologies to support teacher growth and development, including using Google Classroom, Google Forms, and Google Meet to deliver engaging and interactive professional development.
Discover best practices for creating a culture of innovation and change within your school or district, including building a supportive community of learners and establishing effective communication channels.
Learn techniques for managing resistance to change, addressing concerns and challenges, and promoting buy-in from stakeholders.
Gain experience in designing and delivering online and face-to-face professional development sessions and workshops, including designing agendas, creating learning modules, and measuring impact.
Develop skills in coaching and mentoring, including providing feedback, setting goals, and building relationships with teachers and administrators.

Who Should Take This Course:
This course is suitable for educators who are interested in becoming a Google Certified Coach, as well as instructional coaches, curriculum specialists, and technology integration specialists who want to deepen their skills and knowledge in supporting technology integration and instructional coaching. Participants should have experience using Google tools and technologies in an educational setting.

Prerequisites:
Participants should have previously obtained the Google Certified Educator Level 1 and Level 2 certification. Familiarity with advanced Google Workspace for Education (formerly G Suite for Education) features and techniques is required.

Delivery Format:
This course is delivered online through a combination of self-paced learning modules, live webinars, and interactive exercises. Participants will have access to a range of resources, including video tutorials, user guides, and support forums, to help them master the key concepts and skills covered in the course.

Course Duration:
The course is designed to be completed within 4-6 weeks, depending on the pace of learning and level of engagement. Participants can work through the modules at their own pace and schedule, but are encouraged to complete the course within the recommended time frame to maximize their learning outcomes.

Certification:
Participants who successfully complete the course and pass the final assessment will receive a certificate of completion, which can be used to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in coaching and mentoring educators in the use of Google tools and technologies. They will also be eligible to apply for the Google Certified Coach designation.