Student Peer Assisted Mentoring (SPAM): A Conceptual Framework

Ross Kirkham; Damian Ringelstein

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Student Peer Assisted Mentoring (SPAM): A Conceptual Framework

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Student Peer Assisted Mentoring (SPAM): A Conceptual Framework

Ross Kirkham and Damian Ringelstein

e-Journal of Business Education & Scholarship of Teaching, Vol.2(2), pp.39-49

2008

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Abstract

Education Systems

supplemental instruction (SI)

assisted learning (AL)

peer mentoring

attrition rates

retention

student self-esteem

This paper presents a conceptual framework for the Student Peer Assisted Mentoring (SPAM) program and provides some background pertaining to its evolution as well as identifying theoretical aspects supporting the model. From an intervention approach based on supplemental instruction the mentoring program has evolved into a model based upon formal assisted learning. The program encourages students to become involved either as mentees or peer mentors under the supervision of academic leaders. The motivating factors for voluntarily becoming involved are not just altruistic. There are a number of benefits identified in the paper for both mentors and mentees derived from participation in the program.

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Title: Student Peer Assisted Mentoring (SPAM): A Conceptual Framework
Authors: Ross Kirkham (Author)
Damian Ringelstein (Author)
Publication details: e-Journal of Business Education & Scholarship of Teaching, Vol.2(2), pp.39-49
Publisher: Australian Business Education Research Association
Date published: 2008
ISSN: 1835-9132
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; USC Business School - Legacy
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99448737402621
Output Type: Journal article

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