The Student's Guide to Peer Mentoring: Get More From Your University Experience (Palgrave Study Skills)

Whether you already work as a student mentor or are considering becoming one, this book will serve as an indispensable companion and will help you to make the most of your mentoring experience.

GINA MAY is a Student Learning Advisor at the University of Kent, UK, with particular interests in online teaching and learning.AMANDA POCKLINGTON is an Academic Skills Advisor and Peer Programme Manager at the University of Exeter, UK. . From the Back CoverThere are many different reasons for students to become a peer mentor. Perhaps you are looking to enhance your CV, or simply to help others? Whatever your motivations,  this book will serve as an indispensable companion and will help you to make the most of your experience.This book:· Identifies the characteristics of successful peer mentors · Shows you what’s involved in providing academic and pastoral support to other students ·  Provides guidance on dealing with challenging scenarios ·  Helps you to reflect on and articulate the skills you’ll developLOUISE FRITH is a Student Learning Advisor at the Universit

Gina May is a Student Learning Advisor at the University of Kent, UK, with particular interests in online teaching and learning.Amanda Pocklington is an Academic Skills Advisor and Peer Programme Manager at the University of Exeter, UK. . Louise Frith is a Student Learning Advisor at the University of Kent, UK, specialising in academic peer mentoring and academic skills development