Beschreibung
This book offers a comprehensive guide to strategic mentoring in higher education, presenting best practices to enhance academic success and institutional excellence. It systematically explores mentoring concepts, models, and applications across academic settings, addressing critical themes such as mentor-mentee dynamics, diversity and inclusion, work-life balance, and leadership development. The chapters delve into cross-disciplinary collaboration, technology integration, research mentorship, and strategies for career advancement, supported by case studies and evidence-based approaches. Designed for educators, administrators, and practitioners, this resource provides actionable insights for building effective mentoring programs that foster student retention, faculty growth, and equitable learning environments. With emphasis on program evaluation and sustainable practices, it equips readers to navigate challenges and cultivate mentorship cultures that drive innovation and academic achievement in tertiary institutions worldwide.
Autorenporträt
Valerie Onyia Babatope is Assistant Professor of HRM at MacEwan University, Canada, with research interests in mentoring, neurodiversity, workplace burnout, and equity in organizational settings. Her research has attracted funding from prestigious international bodies such as the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), and her work has been featured in leading academic journals and global media outlets. A passionate advocate for mentoring, she is the Founder of Mentorship Oasis for Female Scholars, a thriving community dedicated to empowering female scholars and early-career academics through guidance, collaboration, and support. Her multifaceted career reflects a unique blend of research, practice, and entrepreneurship.
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