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INSPIRING INNOVATION
EDUCATING FOR INNOVATION
SUPPORTING INNOVATION
MENTORING YOUNG INNOVATORS

Module 1: The Promise and Potential of Mentoring

Introduction Initial Assessment Module 1: The Promise and Potential of Mentoring Module 2: What is Mentoring? Module 3: The Predictable Cycle of Mentoring Module 4: Qualities of an Effective Mentor Module 5: Mentoring Young Innovators: Learning and Motivation Module 6: Mentoring Tips Final Assessment

Module Introduction

Your Mentoring Story

Some Mentoring Stories from Colleagues

Factors That Influence Creativity and Innovation

Benefits for Mentees and Mentors

Module 1 Recap

Module 1 Quiz

Who identified the five determinants of an organizational culture that influence the stimulation of creativity and innovation?

a. Martins and Terblanche

b. Tony Wagner

c. Lois Zachary

d. A group of mentor-librarians

Each of the following is an example of how school librarians uniquely benefit from their role as mentors, except

a. A greater emphasis on the importance of the school librarian within the school community

b. Other teachers are educated about the activities/lessons/resources that are available, leading to a more teacher/librarian collaboration

c. A substantial increase in the financial support of the school library

d. The role of the library is redefined, allowing the library to break away from its traditionally viewed services

According to Martins and Terblanche (2003), which of the following are factors in an organizational culture that influence the stimulation of creativity and innovation?

a. Structure

b. Support Mechanisms

c. Open communication

d. all of the above

According to Martins and Terblanche (2003), structure is best promoted through:

a. Rigidity, autonomy, and collaboration

b. Flexibility, autonomy, and collaboration

c. Flexibility, control, and predictability

d. Rigidity, control, and collaboration

Mentors can benefit from the mentoring relationship through all of the following, except:

a. Development of a meaningful relationship

b. Personal satisfaction

c. Affirmation of flaws in his/her mentoring approach

d. Strengthening of mentoring, leadership, and interpersonal skills

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Module 1 Recap Module 2: What is Mentoring?

The Innovation Destination

The Innovation Destination was designed and evaluated by a team from the Center for Digital Literacy at the School of Information Studies, Syracuse University and developed by Data Momentum Inc, in partnership with the Connecticut Invention Convention, By Kids for Kids, New York On Tech, and over 70 school librarians and young innovators.

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