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Mentorship Model
The Mentorship Model in the Laurier – Nipissing Concurrent Education Program is based on research findings supporting the benefits of Mentors in the development of Teacher Candidates. In this model, Teacher Candidates in the first year of the program (Novices) are paired with more experienced Teacher Candidates in the second and third year (Mentors) of the program.
The Mentorship pair is placed in the same practicum setting in order to capitalize on the expertise of the Mentor and to allow guidance and co-learning to occur from observation, planning and reflection. The Mentor begins the practicum in an assigned classroom in mid-October. The first year Teacher Candidate (Novice) begins the practicum in January.
The Mentorship pair works together throughout the second term, with guidance from the Associate Teacher and Faculty Advisor.
Roles in the Mentorship Model
Year 2 and 3 Teacher Candidates (Mentors)
- become familiar with the classroom expectations and environment in the first term of the practicum.
- coach, guide and provide feedback for the first year Teacher Candidates
Year 1 Teacher Candidates (Novices)
- introduced to the practicum setting in the second term beginning in January
- observe, plan and teach lessons with support from the Associate Teacher and Mentor
Associate Teachers
- will facilitate the Mentorship learning experience
- provide teaching opportunities for the Mentor/Novice pair
- complete two evaluations for the Mentor and one evaluation for the Novice
Faculty Advisors
- support the Mentor/Novice pair
- provide one evaluation for the Mentor
Powerpoint Presentations About Mentorship
Year 1 Novice Presentation |
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Year 2 & 3 Mentor Presentation |
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