Brief Coaching as Transformative Communication

This course will examine the theories and practices of Brief Coaching as Transformative Communication from multiple perspectives with a specific focus on the idea that coaching is a relational and dialogic process. How are the concepts and practices of a Brief Coaching applied to different contexts? What are some of the most useful tools of co-constructing purpose, possibilities, and progress in coaching practice? How do we use techniques and tools of coaching – listening, asking, and responding? Where are the biases, assumptions, and accountability behind these coaching practices? This course will explore these and other relevant questions, keeping in mind that the participants in class will collaborate to generate knowledge, experience, and expertise by practicing together.