A survey of the latest peer-reviewed research on youth mentoring.
McQuillin, S., Lyons, M., Becker, K., Hart, M., Cohen, K. (2019) Strengthening and expanding child services in low resource communities: The role of task-shifting and just-in-time training. American Journal of Community Psychology. doi:10.1002/ajcp.12314
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Azuine, R. E., & Singh, G. K. (2019). Mentoring, Bullying, and Educational Outcomes Among US School‐Aged Children 6‐17 Years. Journal of School Health. Doi: 10.1111/josh.12735
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Notes of Interest: This study examines the associations between natural … Read the rest
Child Development, 83 (4), 1196-1212.
Natural mentors as key factors in promoting both racial identity and educational attainment among African American teens
Problem:
Great disparities in educational attainment exist between White and African American students. These differences can lead to … Read the rest
Li, S., Malin, J. R., & Hackman, D. G. (2018). Mentoring supports and mentoring across difference: insights from mentees. Mentoring & Tutoring: Partnership in Learning, 1-22.doi:10.1080/13611267.2018.1561020
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Notes of Interest: The study highlighted desirable mentor traits … Read the rest
Christensen, K. M., Raposa, E. B., Hagler, M. A., Erickson, L. & Rhodes, J. E. (in press). The role of athletic coach mentors in promoting youth academic success: Evidence from the Add Health National Longitudinal Study. Applied Developmental Science.
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Michigan Journal of Community Service Learning, 69-78.
Introduction: Credit bearing service-learning experiences for college students can mutually engender growth among students who participate within these courses and the communities they serve. Students’ experiences within these … Read the rest
Lyons, M. D., & McQuillin, S. D. (2019). Risks and rewards of school-based mentoring relationships: A reanalysis of the student mentoring program evaluation. School Psychology Quarterly, 34(1), 76–85. https://doi.org/10.1037/spq0000265
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What goes into a successful relationship between a mentor and mentee?
According to research, those being mentored should be open to feedback, be active listeners, be respectful of their mentor’s time — including being on time and prepared for meetings … Read the rest
Salazar, A.,Haggerty, P., Walsh, S., Noell, B & Kelley-Siel, E. (2019). Adapting the Friends of the Children programme for child welfare system‐involved families, Child & Family Social Work. doi:10.1111/cfs.12622
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What’s in a relationship? An examination of social capital, race and class in mentoring relationships
Gaddis, S. (2012). What’s in a relationship? An examination of social capital, race and class in mentoring relationships. Social Forces, 90 (4), 1237-1269.
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