Mentor, Tutor, Supervisor Who is who?

Aim To examine the differences and similarities between mentors, supervisors and tutors

Objectives Describe the role of mentor, supervisor and tutor Identify the differences between the roles Describe each role in relation to the placement setting

‘Who’s Who?’ game Take a sheet of paper & tear it into 3 equal pieces Write one of these words on each sheet Mentor Supervisor Tutor Look at the descriptions of the role on the board, decide which best fits the description and hold up that piece of paper. Mrs Price will add the numbers & write them here!

A trusted friend, counsellor or teacher Who is this? A trusted friend, counsellor or teacher

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Who is this? An instructor

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Somebody who watches you to make sure you are doing something right! Who is this? Somebody who watches you to make sure you are doing something right!

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Who is this? A teacher

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Who is this? A coach

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Someone who gives instructions Who is this? Someone who gives instructions

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Who is this? Advisor and helper

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Some definitions Mentor – A trusted friend, counsellor or teacher. An experienced person. Tutor – teacher, monitor of progress Supervisor – coach, team leader, instructor