Reflection

Course Objective To examine different models of reflective practice and explore how they can be used to continuously improve the quality of mentoring programmes. Learning Outcomes Describe common traits of high performing mentors Explain key benefits of using reflective practice Apply Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle and Brookfield’s Four Lenses to a mentoring context Include Kolb’s model […]

Planning

Course Objective To illustrate the importance of planning within mentoring programmes and how it can be used to organise themes for discussion and structure in-person and remote meetings. Learning Outcomes Describe the benefit of clarifying definitions, expectations and outcomes of mentoring programmes from the outset Organise content within mentoring programmes and individual meetings Apply learning […]

Instruction and Feedback

Course Objective To demonstrate how to give instructions and feedback effectively and explain why mentors should encourage mentees to take responsibility for their own learning and development. Learning Outcomes Explain how to establish and maintain their legitimacy when providing mentees with instructions and feedback  Use assessment for learning techniques and adult learning theory within their […]

Sleep

Course Objective To explore the links between sleep hygiene and overall wellbeing and discuss methods for improving the quality and quantity of sleep that can be achieved Learning Outcomes Describe common causes of sleep deprivation Explain benefits of sleep, the sleep cycle and how to get more deep sleep Give an example of how to […]