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I strongly support and admire this fantastic contribution to mentoring and coaching in higher education. This book is a unique resource that is written for those who are new to teaching and learning in higher education, and for those already in the field who are seeking further guidance and motivation. The author combines theory and practice and focusses on the provision of practical elements, real-world examples, and case studies from all over the world. The content is systematically arranged and the text used is clear and easy to understand. This accessible and timely manuscript adds value to less well-known literature on the academic training of mentors and coaches within the spectrum of higher education. It is worth noting that Andrews and Clark (2011), amongst others, also suggested the need for well-structured mentoring and coaching programmes in higher education for optimum outcomes. Whilst the text is aimed specifically to support mentors and coaches in higher education, the practical steps for their recruitment and promotion and evaluation of the process are similar and of value to those in other educational divisions.
Mentoring and coaching in higher education are one-to-one relationships that are globally accepted, and mentors or coaches need to be supported and supervised throughout the process. The practice provides a cost-effective way to support students’ success in higher education. Mentors and coaches prepare students and promote a mechanism...