We propose a framework that benefits the mentors and the students (mentees)
Benefits to Mentees |
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entees can learn from the mentor's approach to research and research behavior (or personal qualities) |
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Mentees can obtain advice on research themes that respond to social needs and develop a future-oriented mind |
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Mentees can deepen their practical knowledge of technical development and research |
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Mentees can learn from the mentor's expertise in project management |
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Mentees can define the role model and mid- to long- term career path |
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Benefits to Mentors |
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Mentors are rewarded by putting their work experience to appropriate use in a cutting edge field |
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Mentors can plant the seeds of research themes for the present and the future |
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Mentors can select competent students for future recruitment programs or openings |
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Mentors receive feedback from students |
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Benefits to Osaka University and the Division of Sustainable Energy and Environmental Engineering |
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By using experiences from mentors and mentees (students) to provide lectures and exercises to the public, Osaka University and the division can facilitate educational reform |
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The university and the division receive feedback from practical experiences on a regular basis |
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The university and the division can foster the opportunities for collaborative research with the private sector and for research promotion |
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Network of excellent students (mentees) and senior top leaders (mentors) can be established. |
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