| How can schools implement effective mentoring programs that build capacity for new teachers while creating a collaborative school environment? This case follows Lia Lebron a veteran teacher, as she mentors a first year teacher at her school. How can mentors and mentees balance their responsibilities to find opportunities for useful reflection. What is the mentor’s responsibility to the mentee? To the principal?
Discussion Questions
- What is the role, if any, of evaluation within a mentoring structure?
- What qualities, other than teaching experience are needed to be an effective mentor to a new teacher?
- What could make this mentoring situation more effective?
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By
Elizabeth Gil
TNLI
Affiliate:
New York City
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