COACHING AS A LEARNING METHODOLOGY

If coaching entails adult learning and if it accelerates adult learning (Coaching andAccelerated Learning, Meta-Coach Reflections #50), and if learning is how we actualize our highest and best potentials, then how are you— as a Meta-Coach— in coaching in such a way that you accelerate your client’s learning? Are you an Accelerated-Learning Coach? To answer that question, let’s start with some basic questions about learning and then move the questions to more advanced levels.

Learning States: In terms of state induction, does your style and approach enable clients to develop a natural curiosity and passion for learning? Does your questions get them to think about things that they otherwise don’t even consider? Does your questions elicit the “I never thought of it in that way before!” response?

Learning Strategy: Does your coaching conversation enable your clients to become aware of their learning strategy and states so that they adjust both in an effort to become more skilled and competent as a lifelong learner?