Full Description
Providing a comprehensive guide to mentoring and professional development in the post-compulsory sector, where educators play a crucial role in shaping the lives of young adult learners, this invaluable resource explores the transformative power of mentoring relationships. It equips mentors and mentees with the tools and techniques necessary to foster growth and unlock their utmost potential.
The book explores the evolving expectations and demands placed on educators in this sector and emphasises the crucial role of mentoring in supporting their professional growth and success. Readers will discover the importance of developing a solid mentoring framework, understanding the needs of mentees, and nurturing effective communication. Through nurturing supportive and dynamic mentoring relationships, educators will learn how to empower new teachers and create an environment of trust, respect, and collaboration. With practical advice, inspiring stories, and step-by-step guidance, this book empowers educators and mentors to navigate the challenging, yet rewarding, journey of professional growth.
It is an essential tool for anyone seeking to make a lasting impact on the lives of learners, promote excellence, and cultivate a thriving educational community in the post compulsory sector.
Contents
Chapter 1 - Exploring definitions and categories of Mentoring
Chapter 2 - Mentoring and new teachers in post compulsory education
Chapter 3 - Finding the right match - Mentors and Mentees
Chapter 4 - Key Models of Mentoring and professional learning and development
Chapter 5 - Coaching and Mentoring
Chapter 6 - Mentors and the mentoring relationship
Chapter 7 - Supporting planning and observing classroom practice
Chapter 8 - Lesson observations and feedback
Chapter 9 - Approaches to Mentor feedback and the importance of maintaining ethical boundaries
Chapter 10 - Mentoring and inclusion
Chapter 11- Approaches to failure and repairing mentoring relationships
Chapter 12 - Partnership models
Chapter 13 - Conclusion
