Ayers Institute Events
Registration for Ayers Institute events and courses occurs
through our online store on Lipscomb Marketplace.
Date: April 2, 2026
Time: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm (CST)
Cost: $395
Location: Ezell Center, Room 301
Lipscomb University
1 University Park Drive
Nashville, TN 37204
Prerequisite: This academy is only available to past participants of the Ayers Institute Coaching Academy: Models and Practices.
The Ayers Institute Instructional Coaching Academy: Coaching Skills and Development will build on the knowledge gained during the Coaching Models and Practices Academy. This one-day session will focus on deepening the skills of listening, paraphrasing, presuming positivity, and providing reflective feedback by engaging in authentic practice of these foundational coaching skills. Participants will also learn about the various approaches to coaching and the kinds of conversations that lead to growth in those we coach. This academy would be useful for coaches, principals, or district leaders who have engaged in the Coaching Models and Practices session and who want to be challenged and encouraged in their journey to effective coaching.
Content Delivery:
This Instructional Coaching Academy will be conducted in-person and will include instruction, facilitator/participant interaction, small group discussions, and skill practice. Enrollment is limited to ensure the quality of the learning experience for each participant.
Important Payment Options:
For the easiest registration process, select, “Register and Pay Now by Credit Card $395.” If you select, “Register and Pay Later by Check $395” you will receive an invoice that can be paid by check.
Online Webinars
The Ayers Institute produces monthly, web-based seminars ("webinars"). These online resources provide timely, topical professional learning opportunities to educators. Participants can interact with the presenters during the live webinar broadcast. The webinar sessions are also recorded to enable replay at a later time.
The Ayers Institute webinars are appropriate for K-12 educators, higher education professionals, teacher-preparation candidates, and community members with an interest in the field of education.
Topic Areas
Topics covered by Ayers Institute webinars include:
- Ayers Institute Resources
- Coaching
- College Access & Success
- Instructional Skills Development
- School Leadership
- Teacher Preparation