12th Grade Introduction To Coaching Lesson Plan (Business)

Topic: Introduction to Coaching

Objectives & Outcomes

• At the end of this lesson, students will be able to understand the basic responsibilities of a coach, as well as the benefits of being a coach.

Materials

• Introduction to Coaching Handout (provided below)
• Pen and paper for each student
• Whiteboard or chalkboard
• Copies of the Introduction to Coaching Handout for each student

Warm-up

• Ask students if they have any prior experience being a coach or being coached. Allow a few students to share their experiences.
• Ask students what they think it takes to be a good coach. Write their responses on the whiteboard or chalkboard.
• Review the list of student responses and discuss what it takes to be a good coach.

Direct Instruction

• Introduce the concept of coaching and how it can be applied in various areas of life, such as sports, business, and personal development.
• Discuss the importance of motivation in coaching and how it can be used to encourage and inspire others to achieve their goals.
• Discuss the concept of leadership and how it can be applied in coaching.
• Discuss the different roles and responsibilities of a coach, including setting goals, providing feedback, and motivating others.

Direct Instruction

• Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a specific topic or area of coaching to discuss.
• Have each group discuss their assigned topic and come up with examples of how coaching can be applied in that area.
• Have each group present their findings to the class and discuss the different ways coaching can be applied in each area.

Independent Practice

• Have students work on a project-based independent practice activity. This could be creating a coaching plan for a specific sport or sports, or designing a coaching curriculum for a sports program.

Closure

• Review the key concepts learned in the session, including the components of coaching, what it takes to be a good coach, and the importance of coaching education.
• Ask students to share their thoughts on the importance of coaching and what makes a good coach.

Assessment

• Observe students during their coaching practice sessions, taking note of their ability to apply the key concepts learned in the lesson.
• Ask students to reflect on their own coaching experience and provide feedback on their performance.