Many professionals who serve as mentors often have
inadequate preparation for the realities of the mentoring task, which
can lead to breakdowns in even the most committed mentor/mentee
relationship. The Principles of Adult Mentoring Inventory
allows mentors to take stock of their current strengths and development
needs, and prepares them for their role in the mentoring process.
This assessment provides mentors with an objective
means of assessing their mentoring skills, especially those behavioral
competencies that are essential for productive interaction with a
diverse group of mentees. The scale measures six distinct and important
components of the adult mentoring relationship, which together
constitute the complete mentor role.
Measures Six Mentor Functions
Relationship emphasis: Establishing a climate of trust in which mentees feel comfortable communicating
Information emphasis: Offering tailored advice based on the mentee's current plans and goals
Facilitative focus: Encouraging the mentee to consider alternative views and options
Confrontational focus: Challenging the mentee to examine any unproductive strategies or behaviors
Mentor model: Motivating the mentee to take necessary risks
Mentee vision: Encouraging the mentee to take initiative and become an independent learner
A comprehensive Leader's Guide includes information
on using the scores as a starting point for developing mentoring
skills, as well as guidelines for conducting an effective mentor
training program. Background material on scale design and reliability
is also included. Another important training tool based on the six
principles of mentoring - the Mentor Critique Form - is also available
for group training sessions. This useful tool allows mentors to obtain
peer feedback on their mentoring skills during role-play sessions.
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