Potential for the Role of School-Based Animal-Assisted Literacy Mentoring Programs

Authors

  • Lori Friesen

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.20360/G2WC70

Keywords:

school-based animal-assisted literacy, mentoring

Abstract

This article explores how current research into school-based mentorship programs might inform the adult’s role as mentor in animal-assisted literacy programs and thereby offer children a unique and valuable form of support for learning. An examination of the goals and best practices of school-based mentorship programs alongside animal-assisted literacy mentorship programs opens space for an in-depth exploration into possibilities for how an animal might enhance the mentorship experience for children.

Author Biography

Lori Friesen

University of Alberta

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Published

2010-10-15

How to Cite

Friesen, L. (2010). Potential for the Role of School-Based Animal-Assisted Literacy Mentoring Programs. Language and Literacy, 12(1), 21–37. https://doi.org/10.20360/G2WC70

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 1 (2010)

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Articles

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