Jim Knight

About

Jim Knight, Ph.D., is the founder of the Instructional Coaching Group and a research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning. He coined the term 'instructional coaching' and developed the Impact Cycle model, which has been adopted by schools and districts worldwide. Knight is the author of numerous books including The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching, Instructional Coaching, and High-Impact Instruction, and has spent over 30 years researching and refining coaching practices in education.

Upcoming Events (1)

Better Together: The Partnership Approach to Change

Wed, 2 Dec 2026 · In person

Conference Sessions (8)

Using AI in Instructional Coaching: Best Practices & Tools

ISTELive 2026 · Artificial Intelligence

Using AI in Instructional Coaching: Best Practices & Tools

ASCD · Artificial Intelligence

Using AI in Instructional Coaching: Best Practices & Tools

ISTELive 26 · Artificial Intelligence

Using AI in Instructional Coaching: Best Practices & Tools

ASCD Annual Conference · Artificial Intelligence

Leading with Impact: 7 Coaching Success Factors

ISTELive 2026

Leading with Impact: 7 Coaching Success Factors

ISTELive 26

Leading with Impact: 7 Coaching Success Factors

ASCD

Leading with Impact: 7 Coaching Success Factors

ASCD Annual Conference