4 Metaphors for Teachers, Metaphor 4: Mentors

Stephan Gingerich November 9, 2023

“Mentoring is taking your life experience and giving it away for free.” In this final installment of Metaphors for Teachers, Stephan calls us to guide students personally, and personably. 

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