Penn Postdocs in the News: Kemi Oyewole, Penn Provost Postdoctoral Fellow investigates impact of instructional coaching

Penn Postdocs in the News: Kemi Oyewole, Penn Provost Postdoctoral Fellow, investigates impact of instructional coaching in recent Penn GSE interview.
Penn GSE News, February 18, 2025
In a recent insightful exploration at Penn GSE, Kemi Oyewole, Ph.D., Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellow, delves into the significant impact of instructional coaching on teachers’ practices and student outcomes. Dr. Oyewole’s diverse background includes studying economics and organizational structures, teaching fifth grade, and earning a master’s in education. Her doctoral research at Stanford meticulously examined how instructional coaches are supported and developed. At Penn GSE, Dr. Oyewole is expanding her research to investigate the history and evolution of instructional coaching, alongside the varied experiences of coaches in different educational settings. Her work is dedicated to advancing educational equity and strengthening support for educators.