In relation to the PLP Connected Coaching course I now need to address the self-assessment rubric in a bit more detail. The strength-based approach means that I should concentrate on strengths rather than deficiencies and while I don’t feel that I am unduly modest, I must admit that I am not entirely comfortable when applying it to myself. It feels somehow dishonest not to acknowledge the weaknesses. But, strengths only, so here goes!
The strengths I bring to connected coaching include seeing the potential of online tools for the promotion of collaboration, discussion and reflection, using these for co-creation and re-purposing. This includes the use of synchronous tools such as Skype and Blackboard Collaborate. I believe that I have a well-recognized online voice as I have had an online presence for over a decade and certain things such as the foxdenuk handle and my frequently used avatars (there are two) have stabilised.
I also believe that I ”engage in, demonstrate, and advocate for self directed connected learning.” Nothing pleases me more than to see and hear how participants in my tutoring work gradually find their own ways of solving problems and extending their skills. I would also say that I am open-minded after so many years exploring intercultural communication.
I guess this means that I am pretty comfortable using the online medium for coaching as I have been using it for so long and have seen the power of online communication in both training and project management situations.
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