Publisher Description

Whatever stage of the peer mentoring journey your students are at, this engagingly-written book will help them to get the most out of their peer mentoring experience. It explains the role of peer mentors in universities and shows students exactly what's involved in providing academic and pastoral support to other students. The book also contains a helpful trouble-shooting chapter, packed with supportive guidance on dealing with challenging scenarios. The final chapters of the book prompt students to reflect on the skills they have developed through peer mentoring, and help them to articulate these skills to prospective employers.This book will be an essential companion for both aspiring and current student mentors, and an invaluable reference point for staff involved in facilitating peer mentoring schemes.

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A useful and informative companion to help students make their most of their mentoring experience.

Back Cover

There are many different reasons for students to become a peer mentor. Perhaps you are looking to enhance your CV, or simply to help others? Whatever your motivations, this book will serve as an indispensable companion and will help you to make the most of your experience. This book:

Author Biography

Louise Frith is a Student Learning Advisor at the University of Kent, UK, specialising in academic peer mentoring and academic skills development.Gina May is a Student Learning Advisor at the University of Kent, UK, with particular interests in online teaching and learning.Amanda Pocklington is an Academic Skills Advisor and Peer Programme Manager at the University of Exeter, UK.

Table of Contents

Introduction1. The Role of Peer Mentors in Universities2. Why Become a Peer Mentor?3. What Characteristics are Needed to be an Effective Mentor?4. Academic Support5. Social Support6. Trouble-shooting7. What Skills do Mentors Gain?8. Reflecting on the Experience of Being a MentorConclusion.

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Whatever stage of the peer mentoring journey your students are at, this engagingly-written book will help them to get the most out of their peer mentoring experience. It shows students exactly what's involved in providing academic and pastoral support to other students.

Promotional "Headline"

Whatever stage of the peer mentoring journey your students are at, this engagingly-written book will help them to get the most out of their peer mentoring experience. It shows students exactly what's involved in providing academic and pastoral support to other students.

Feature

Contains a wealth of examples and case studies of real students' experiences of peer mentoring.

Description for Sales People

Students who are considering becoming mentors or who are already enrolled on mentoring schemes in universities. Also staff who are responsible for facilitating peer mentoring schemes.

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