Description:
Mentoring is a practice that enhances students’ academic
and professional development. However, mentoring does not always come
naturally. In this workshop, we will discuss some foundational mentoring terms
and definitions, roles and competencies, benefits, and personal mentoring
motivations and expectations. Whether you are just beginning to mentor or
looking to deepen your mentoring practice, this workshop will provide a
foundation of knowledge and skills you can use to enhance your mentoring
relationships.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this workshop, learners will be able
to:
- Discuss the definitions and structures of mentoring
- Identify eight mentoring roles
- Discuss six mentoring competency categories
- Discover the benefits of mentoring for the mentor and the
mentee
- Examine personal mentorship motivations and
expectations
