Finding One's Way

Learn how to set up a mentoring program for your district or school that can help administrators be more effective at each stage of their careers. Crow and Matthews identify the functions content and meaning of mentoring in education and introduce the concept of mentoring as a career-long learning tool for educational administrators. They describe the different participants as protTgTs who want or need assistance and mentors who lead and teach. The authors show you how to create a well-planned supported and evaluated mentoring program for your school or district. Help administrators develop and maintain the skills knowledge and behaviors to excel in their careers. Your effective mentoring program can offer both proteges and mentors: New ideas for encouraging creativity Increased enthusiasm for the learning and teaching process Improved confidence and competence More effective use of reflective practices Long-lasting meaningful friendships