Academic Journal
Supporting Undergraduate University Students through Instrumental Mentoring
| العنوان: | Supporting Undergraduate University Students through Instrumental Mentoring |
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| اللغة: | English |
| المؤلفون: | Smith, Cindy A., Beltman, Susan, Dinham, Judith, Dobinson, Toni J., Jay, Jenny |
| المصدر: | Australian Journal of Teacher Education. Jan 2020 45(1):82-98. |
| الاتاحة: | Edith Cowan University. Bradford Street, Mount Lawley, West Australia 6050, Australia. Web site: http://ro.ecu.edu.au/ajte/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 18 |
| تاريخ النشر: | 2020 |
| نوع الوثيقة: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Mentors, Learner Engagement, School Holding Power, Foreign Countries, Preservice Teachers, Research Assistants, Self Esteem, Teacher Student Relationship, Student Motivation, Group Membership, College Faculty, Student Journals, Skill Development, College Environment |
| مصطلحات جغرافية: | Australia |
| تدمد: | 1835-517X |
| مستخلص: | Student engagement and retention is a noted concern for universities and may be impacted by many different student factors such as difficulty transitioning to a university setting, inadequate skills or a sense of isolation. This study evaluated an instrumental mentoring program conducted at an Australian University in a program for pre service teachers. Twenty four undergraduate students were engaged as volunteer research assistants and worked with seven academic staff in meaningful writing and research tasks. Qualitative data was collected through focus groups, student journals, and follow up interviews. The data was analysed thematically. Results indicated that through their participation, students experienced and sustained an improved sense of belonging with more understanding and confidence regarding their academic writing and research skills. Implications for program practice, limitations, and future research directions are discussed. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2020 |
| رقم الانضمام: | EJ1250720 |
| قاعدة البيانات: | ERIC |
| تدمد: | 1835-517X |
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