Documenting and Sharing the Work of Successful On-Site Mentors

Emerging research suggests that on-site mentors can play an important role in supporting K-12 online learners, yet in practice there is wide variability in what mentoring looks like from program to program. Recently, states like Michigan have expanded online course access programs, accelerating the...

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Published in:Journal of online learning research 2015, Vol.1 (1), p.107
Main Authors: Freidhoff, Joseph R, Borup, Jered, Stimson, Rebecca J, DeBruler, Kristen
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case Studies
Elementary Secondary Education
Faculty Development
High School Students
Interpersonal Relationship
Mentors
Online Courses
Program Effectiveness
Public Schools
Secondary School Teachers
Semi Structured Interviews
State Legislation
Teacher Competencies
Teacher Role
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Summary:Emerging research suggests that on-site mentors can play an important role in supporting K-12 online learners, yet in practice there is wide variability in what mentoring looks like from program to program. Recently, states like Michigan have expanded online course access programs, accelerating the need for better on-ground support models for online learners. Unfortunately, many K-12 personnel have received little training on what different mentoring models could look like or should look like. In the absence of such professional development, many have simply learned by doing. This descriptive study provides insight into established and successful mentoring programs by way of mentor interviews that highlight a range of mentoring program practices, providing points of comparison for mentors, instructors, administrators, parents, and students in regard to alternative support structures and/or strategies for online learners.
ISSN:2374-1473
2374-1473