michael kimmig

Tagged: Non-formal Learning

Empowering volunteers [Pierre Bamin via unsplash]

Coaching & Mentoring / Learning & Development

Empowering volunteers to take ownership of their learning and growth | Mentoring under Construction

As a mentor you probably have a lot of resources and tools to work with your volunteer(s). But what about resources and tools that volunteers can use independently to shape their volunteering journey and make the most out of their experience? Resources and tools that increase independence and spark self-agency? Read more

Integrity. Guidelines for Mentoring | Mentoring under Construction

Coaching & Mentoring / Learning & Development

Integrity | Guidelines for Mentoring

Integrity is essential for building trust, credibility and influence. It is about aligning our intentions, actions and values, and in doing so we build coherence and consistency. Acting with integrity needs courage, at the same time it gives us confidence. It is sometimes not easy to live in alignment with who we are and what we stand for. However, if we do so, we feel more grounded and stronger. Integrity builds trust and therefore is essential for everyone who is supporting and guiding others in their personal development and growth. Read more

Learning & Development / Online Learning

HOP Crash Course for trainers and facilitators of online learning | Call for participants

HOP Crash Course for trainers and facilitators of online learning is a blended online training, that combines an online course elements with a series of online live events about bringing your first course online. The course covers quality aspects of non-formal online learning and the implementation on the HOP Online Learning platform. Read more

Supporting Volunteers with Youthpass Writing | Dylan Gillis via unsplash.com

Coaching & Mentoring / Volunteering Abroad

Supporting volunteers with Youthpass writing | Mentoring under Construction

At the end of their volunteering journey, many volunteers are about to enter another transition process from volunteering into a future career. Reflecting on one’s learning helps volunteers to become aware of many beautiful learning experience along their journey. But how to put these moments into writing? How to describe the learning outcomes in the language of competences? And how can this help later applying for jobs? Read more

MuC Seek Clarity Residential Event Event | Graphic: Andreea Buzek

Coaching & Mentoring / International Youth Work

Seek Clarity! Residential Event | Mentoring under Construction

Once a year, the Mentoring under Construction Community gathers mentors, project coordinators, authors, researchers, etc. who are passionate about mentoring in European Solidarity Corps projects for a Residential Event.This year the event took place in Athlone, Ireland and was meant to seek clarity! Read more

Growing with GROW [Francesco Gallarotti via unsplash]

Coaching & Mentoring / Learning & Development

Growing with GROW: Guiding the learning journey with the GROW model | Mentoring under Construction

The GROW model provides a structured framework for coaching conversations and it is used to facilitate personal and professional development: With GROW you can help individuals clarify their objectives (goals), understand their current situation (reality), explore possibilities (options), and take effective action towards their goals (way forward). Read more