This course introduces the foundational theory and practice of coaching and mentoring as a dialogic and relational way of working with people. The emphasis is on collaborative meaning-making, whether it is coaching and/or mentoring individuals, teams, or larger groups. The aim of the course is to provide students with highly practical experiences of coaching and mentoring interactions in class so that the skills can be applied to their immediate work context.

Students will learn through live demonstrations, video recordings, and small group exercises. This course will examine the process and efficacy of collaborative meaning-making based on the dominant perspectives addressed in the course: social constructionism, critical theory, and solution-focused approaches.