The Magic of Mentoring offers an introduction to the theory and practice of successful mentoring together with a unique focus on how mentors can reflect on the skills they bring to the role, and those they still need to develop.

Carol Thompson is a Senior Lecturer in Teacher Education and Mentoring. Carol has had a range of teaching and management roles within the further education sector and for the past 10 years has been training teachers and mentors within the department of Teacher Education at the University of Bedfordshire. In addition she is an active researcher and a Fellow of the Further Education Trust for Leadership.

Introduction

Chapter 1: The Roots of Mentoring

Chapter 2: Creating the Right Environment

Chapter 3: Recognising Boundaries

Chapter 4: Understanding Ourselves and Others

Chapter 5: Nurturing the Mentoring Relationship

Chapter 6: Communication

Chapter 7: Modelling Excellence

Chapter 8: Challenging

Chapter 9: Reflection

Chapter 10: Flexibility

Chapter 11: Mentoring Creativities

Chapter 12: Mentoring Dilemmas

Chapter 13: Transitions

Chapter 14: Working with Others

Chapter 15: The Magic Within