development

Tutoring in higher education – how does it support students and develop their potential?

Tutoring is an increasingly popular form of student development support at universities. Unlike classic mentoring, tutoring focuses on one-on-one work – the tutor accompanies the student (tutee) in the development process, helping to discover strengths, discover motivation within themselves and overcome academic and personal difficulties. Mentiway vs. tutoring – what is it all about? At […]

Coach vs Mentor – roles, competencies – similarities and differences

Mentoring is often compared to coaching. Not surprisingly, both forms of development have many elements in common. And in a similar way – the role of the Mentor is compared to that of the Coach. In many aspects, the roles, competencies and behaviors of both are similar, but there are also a few differences worth noting. In this article we will address these similarities and differences.

Who is a Mentor – definition, competences, role and responsibilities

In this article, we will explore a deeper definition of a Mentor, his/her role in the life of an individual and the key competencies that make him/her an indispensable support in the development process. We will learn about the character traits and skills that distinguish a Mentor, and the benefits they can bring to both the Mentor and the Mentee, i.e. the person being mentored.

What is Mentoring. Definition, examples, mentoring in practice.

In this article, we will take a close look at the phenomenon of mentoring, starting with its definition and etymology, to concrete examples and benefits of its practical application. We will find out exactly what mentoring is, what purposes it can serve and the various ways in which it can be implemented in today’s world, which is becoming more complex and demanding every day.

Mentoring vs coaching – similarities and differences – a comparison

Mentoring is just beginning to gain popularity. More and more programs are appearing in companies, at universities and run by various types of foundations. Still, the concept of mentoring is sometimes confused with coaching, consulting or informal one-on-one conversations over coffee. Therefore, in this article we will take a closer look at how mentoring differs from other forms of talent development.