Mentoring- 'Level 2'
2008-2009
This course is aimed at any mentor or co-ordinator who is interested in developing their understanding of the mentoring process. Participants will have mentored at least two trainee teachers on any programme. The overall aims of the course are: to develop the mentor's expertise in this area, provide opportunities for them to reflect on their own practice and to help develop understanding of theories related to mentoring.
'I have found the course has had a really positive impact on my practice, increasing my enthusiasm for mentoring even more.'
'Within a structured, positive, communicative environment, the course content facilitates detailed personal reflection on teaching and mentoring practice.'
'I have enjoyed the course and found it very valuable. I have welcomed the opportunity to share practice, ideas and experiences with colleagues from a wide variety of backgrounds. The course is well structured with I believe a good balance of time for instruction and reflection and the areas covered directly impact what is being practiced in the classroom.'
Course structure: Six twilight sessions – 4.30pm- 6.30pm, one each half-term.
Thursday 9 October 2008
Thursday 20 November 2008
Thursday 22 January 2009
Thursday 5 March 2009
Thursday 30 April 2009
Thursday 2 July 2009
Course content:
The sessions will include workshop activities, reviewing mentoring resources, discussions with colleagues. Areas to be addressed include:
- Developing mentoring skills
- Effective practical strategies
- Developing the mentoring conversation
- Using QtT Standards to assess trainees
- Reviewing video footage of trainees teaching and mentoring conversations
- Supporting trainees with difficulties
Course fee: £180.00 per applicant (£450 for a participant who is not currently working in a partnership school).
Course assessment: Reflective log on personal mentoring practice
Written assignment relating mentoring theory to practice (1,000 words)
Venue: Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PQ