Answer:
Mentorship is a key component of effective teacher induction programs. Mentors provide beginning teachers with practical information, guide teachers as they develop instructional skills, and offer feedback and opportunities for reflection.
- One of the items you jotted down was ‘listens
attentively’ write down alongside this what you
believe that could mean for your practice.
How would you behave? What would the new
teacher see/hear you doing if you were being an
attentive listener? Perhaps you are:
• engaging fully with my novice teacher, mentor wouldn’t be fiddling with other things, I would be fully present with them, perhaps leaning forward in my chair
• maintaining eye contact or writing down what the new teacher says
• listening, without feeling the need to interrupt,
interject or have ‘answers’
• waiting for a pause before asking a question or
seeking clarification.
• Speak with proper attention keeping in mind that speaking in an innovative way will help to foster the novice teacher & end the conversation with good deed.
