4. Definition of Mentoring? Mentoring is a collaborative, mutually beneficial partnership between a Mentor who possesses greater skills, knowledge and experience) and a Protégé (who is looking to increase his or her skills, knowledge and experience).
5. What exactly is Mentoring? Learner-centered Paradigm shift Reciprocal relationship Adults learn most effectively through give and take Collaborative Partnership
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