Applying the principles of facilitative teaching to mentorship, this book brings together well-established knowledge about mentoring with the experiences and ideas of mentors in the field to advance and support the professional development of language teachers. Recognizing the impact of globalization and technology, Smith and Lewis identify processes and pathways for mentors to develop multi-layered skills for working with teachers in both their own and cross-cultural contexts, and in face-to-face and virtual settings. Grounded in theory, this innovative approach is illustrated with authentic experiences, and ready to be applied by readers in their specific settings around the world.
With an interactive design that encourages participation and practice, each chapter includes vignettes, reflections, and challenging scenarios from mentors in training. Self-reflection and task sections at the end of each chapter engage the reader in combining theory with practice. Sample materials such as mentor-mentee contracts, work plans, journal templates, discussion suggestions (face-to-face or online), and observation forms deepen understanding and enable mentors to adapt or create their own materials. This practical and context-adaptable guide is accessible to mentors at any career stage, for use in personal professional development, or as part of mentor training sessions.
Autorentext
Melissa K. Smith is an Associate Professor in the School of Foreign Languages and Cultures at Ningxia University, China, and the founder of LEAPAsia, a non-government educational and teacher training organization.
Marilyn Lewis is an Honorary Research Fellow and a former Senior Lecturer at the University of Auckland, New Zealand.
Inhalt
Preface
Section 1: Mentee-centered Mentoring
Chapter 1: Mentor & Mentee Identities
Chapter 2: The Needs of Mentees
Chapter 3: Setting Goals for Mentoring
Section 2: Mentoring in Context
Chapter 4: The Classroom Context
Chapter 5: Broader Contexts of Mentoring
Section 3: Interactive Mentoring
Chapter 6: Challenges to Effective Communication
Chapter 7: The Mentor's Feedback Role
Chapter 8: The Mentor as Questioner
Section 4: Task-based Mentoring
Chapter 9: Classroom Observation
Chapter 10: Group Mentoring
Chapter 11: Action Research Projects
Conclusion
About the Authors
Index