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ASCD Annual ContentContent:
- Importance of mentorship for youth: Discuss the benefits and the “why” behind mentorship for young people's development, including academic achievement, social skills, and emotional well-being.
- Key components of a successful mentoring program: Provide an overview of the essential elements of a youth-centered mentoring program, such as matching criteria, training, and support systems.
- Best practices for mentoring relationships: Provide practical tips and strategies for effective mentoring interactions, including active listening, providing guidance, and setting goals.
- Addressing challenges in mentoring: Discuss common challenges that may arise in mentoring relationships and offer solutions for overcoming them.
Engagement:
- Interactive storytelling: Share personal anecdotes or case studies to illustrate the impact of mentorship on young people's lives.
- Small group discussions: Divide participants into smaller groups to discuss their experiences with mentoring or to brainstorm ideas for their own programs.
- Q&A sessions: Encourage audience participation by answering questions and addressing their concerns.
- Peer-to-peer interaction: Facilitate opportunities for participants to connect with each other and share their experiences.
- Device-based activities: Use technology to enhance engagement, such as online polls, quizzes, or collaborative tools.
Time Allocation:
Introduction: 5 minutes
Importance of mentorship: 10 minutes
Key components of a successful program: 15 minutes
Best practices for mentoring relationships: 15 minutes
Addressing challenges: 10 minutes
Q&A and closing: 5 minutes
Engagement Structures:
- Peer-to-peer interaction: Encourage participants to form pairs or small groups to discuss their experiences or ideas.
- Device-based activities: Use online tools like Pear Deck and Mentimeter for interactive quizzes or polls.
- Games and contests: Incorporate fun and engaging activities, such as a mentoring trivia game or a role-playing exercise.
- Case studies and examples: Use real-world examples to illustrate key points and make the content more relatable.
- Open-ended questions: Encourage participants to share their thoughts and perspectives through open-ended questions.
By using a combination of these approaches, we aim to create a dynamic and engaging session that will inspire participants to implement effective youth-centered mentoring programs in their communities.
Handbook of Youth Mentoring by David DuBois and Michael Karcher
A Guide to Youth Mentoring: Providing Effective Social Support by Pat Dolan and Bernadine Brady
Mentoring Programs That Work by Jenn Labin
Stand by Me: The Risks & Rewards of Mentoring Today’s Youth by Jean Rhodes
mentoring.org
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