Mentoring
Mentoring
Mentoring (/ˈmɛntɔːrɪŋ/) is a relationship in which a more experienced or more knowledgeable person helps to guide a less experienced or less knowledgeable person. The mentor may be older or younger than the person being mentored, but they must have a certain area of expertise. It is a learning and development partnership between someone with vast experience and someone who wants to learn.
Etymology
The term mentoring is derived from the character of Mentor in Homer's Odyssey. The system of this relationship was originally introduced in Homer's epic poem, where the goddess Athena takes on the guise of Mentor to guide young Telemachus in his time of difficulty.
Related Terms
- Mentee: The person who is guided by the mentor.
- Coach: Similar to a mentor, but often more focused on specific tasks or objectives rather than overall development.
- Advisor: A person who gives advice in a particular field.
- Counselor: A person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems.
- Tutor: A private teacher, typically one who teaches a single student or a very small group.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mentoring
- Wikipedia's article - Mentoring
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