Penn State AAC Mentor Project - Sharing the Knowledge of AAC Users
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Step 2: Decide how mentors and protégés will "get together" regularly

Once the goals of the mentor program are identified, the next step is to decide how mentors and protégés will get together regularly to develop a relationship. If the mentor program is to be effective, mentors and protégés need to have a way to "meet" on a regular basis.

There are many ways to bring mentors and protégés together. When mentors and protégés live near one another, they can
  • meet face-to-face or
  • talk on the telephone.
However, sometimes an adolescent or young adult who would benefit from a mentor does not live close to someone who can serve as a role model. When mentors and protégés do not live close to each other, the Internet may offer a solution to this problem. The Internet is becoming a common part of many people’s lives, connecting people all around the world. People can connect with each other through
  • group discussions through listservs, newsgroups, and chat rooms; and
  • more private exchanges by writing to one another using e-mail or instant messaging.
However, using any of these options means people have to be comfortable with the Internet and have reliable access.

Penn State's Experience:  How did mentors and protégés in the Penn State AAC Mentor Project "get together"?

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