What is Peer Learning?
Peer learning supports student transition and progression. It is designed to help students feel part of a community, increase academic confidence, agency, and engagement.
Peer mentors provide support to Year 1 postgraduate students on their course. They help make connections across different stages of postgraduate study, support student wellbeing, and promote diverse and inclusive student communities. Mentors can help mentees to navigate postgraduate study, work towards learning development goals, and help create environments that support a multiplicity of learning styles.
How and when do peer mentors work?
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Mentors provide support through one-to-one and small group mentoring
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One-to-one mentoring is offered through online or face-to-face meetings
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Small group mentoring meetings take place online or onsite at LCC
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Peer mentors’ work is focused on supporting the transition to postgraduate study
Duties and responsibilities:
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To complete initial peer mentor training (online and onsite) to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence required for the role
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To support students in the years below through one-to-one meetings and student-led workshops
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To work in partnership with Academic Support Lecturer on your course
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To undertake ongoing training and development opportunities
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To promote peer learning on postgraduate courses through a variety of networks
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To record mentoring activity and provide feedback to staff
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To maintain up-to-date knowledge of opportunities, services and specialist support relating to the course/college
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To contribute to the Peer Mentoring Teams site, and to mentor team meetings
Who do Peer Mentors report to?
LCC Peer Learning Coordinator / Academic Support Lecturer (course-based) / Senior Academic Support Administrator