"It Kind of Takes Over the Life of the Building": The Influence of Standardized Testing on Coaches' Daily Work

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Abstract

Through this retrospective interview study, we explored the ways in which coaches described their daily work with teachers was impacted by a pervasive culture of pressure surrounding standardized assessment and achievement in one school district. Ultimately, we identified five ways in which coaches’ work with teachers was impacted as a result of the assessment culture. Implications for administrators and coaches in school districts, as well as researchers are provided.

Authors

• Evthokia Stephanie Saclarides, University of Cincinnati

• Britnie Delinger Kane, The Citadel