Date of Award
5-2017
Degree Type
Education Specialist
Degree Name
Education Specialist
Department
Education, Leadership and Public Service
Program
Educational Administration: Administration and Supervision (MAE)
First Advisor/Chairperson
Derek Anderson
Abstract
The purpose of this research study was to investigate student teachers who self-selected mentors during student teachings and the ways they perceived support and professional advice compared to student teachers who did not self-select mentors. The study looked at the nature of the mentoring relationship with student teachers and their self-selected mentor. This mixed-methods research collected data using a five-point Likert scale and open-ended questions. Questionnaires were given to students during their 16-week student teaching placement. The common themes to emerge were that a self-selected mentor’s greatest influences included: offering advice, teaching strategies, encouragement and being a role model. The nature of the self-selected mentoring relationships were reported as positive and had a lasting impact on the student teachers.
Recommended Citation
Ludwig, Linda, "Will you be my mentor? Self-selecting a mentor during student teaching." (2017). All NMU Master's Theses. 134.
https://commons.nmu.edu/theses/134
Access Type
Open Access
Included in
Educational Administration and Supervision Commons, Educational Leadership Commons, Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons