Jam and Mel Statements

Statement for handbook:

Jamie Morris Mentoring Statement

Jamie Morris

21

BA Media and English: Year 2

“My personal goal in life is to become a teacher or be involved in the education process in the near future after I graduate. I got involved in the (S) AMP scheme because I was able to gain vital teaching experience through the process of mentoring. With the help of Kerry Gough, I was able to become a module representative on one of my core year 2 modules. This included helping to structure the module and create directed study activities in order to help the second years with their second and final assignment of the year. Because there was no direct contact I devised several aspects to think about including in their assignments and links to attain those components. As well as this a number of other exciting opportunities came my way, such as not only participating in the scheme but also helping to develop it. My first initial thought of taking part in this scheme was one of worry over possible high workloads coinciding with my academic studies. But due to the support and management of the staff a flexibility programme is used in order to ensure that when it is needed your studies come first. From this experience I hope that I will continue to develop, gaining more skills to improve my confidence and become a skilled academic for a career in education.”

Melissa Tisdale Mentoring Statement

Melissa Tisdale

21

BA Media and Communication: Year 2

“Becoming a member of the SAMP scheme has benefitted me in many ways, academically and personally. I have gained a lot of transferable skills such as, time management, professionalism and confidence. The reason why I wanted to become part of the scheme is because I feel that it’s a stepping-stone towards becoming a teacher. I’ve been working on many tasks like designing workshop activities for students and restructuring the module handbook. I’m really enjoying working as a part of a team and look forward to any new task’s that come my way. I’m hoping that from partaking in this experience I will receive sufficient teaching experience and confidence overall. ”