Reflection

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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

Planning system

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 […]

Character Development

Character Development

Introduction This course explores the often scrutinised subject of character development and its contribution to success in terms of living, learning, and earning. We trace its Ancient Greek roots to its position within positive psychological frameworks in use today. Mr Bernhard is the main protagonist within the course, along with three of his students – […]

Physical Activity

Physical Activity

Course Objective To model a mentoring approach that overcomes barriers to achieving recommended levels of physical activity and realising the associated benefits of leading an active lifestyle. Learning Outcomes Explain why physical inactivity is a major concern for society in terms of health and the economy Outline the recommended weekly levels of moderate and vigorous […]

Learner Engagement

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Course Objective To demonstrate how to effectively engage mentees in their professional development programme using numerous learning, motivation and behaviour change theories. Learning Outcomes Outline the extent of the skills gaps in digital literacy and leadership within early management positions Describe the signs of an engaged workforce Devise mentoring activities that use learning methods that […]

Leadership (Storytelling)

Leadership

Course Objective To develop learners’ leadership skills through an effective storytelling framework Learning Outcomes Describe leadership, characteristics of successful leaders and the skills that contribute to the leadership gap. Use the Public Narrative framework to create Stories of Self, Us and Now. Include rhetorical arguments in a persuasive way to trigger activity and overcome inaction. […]

Instruction and Feedback

Instructions 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 […]

Mental Health

Mental Health

Course Objective To demonstrate how education professionals can help themselves and their learners to successfully manage their mental health and wellbeing by reviewing the size of the challenge, the many impacts of mental ill health and practical ways to improve it. Learning Outcomes Understand the size and nature of mental health issues within society and, […]

Behaviour Change

Behaviour Change

Course Objective To demonstrate how learning theories and behaviour change strategies can be incorporated within mentoring programmes Learning Outcomes Explain how line managers can use a mentoring approach within their role to improve workplace behaviours and culture Use learning and behaviour change theories within your mentoring practice to deliver improved outcomes and guide mentees through […]