Abstract
In this qualitative study, the researchers examined the usefulness of certain technologies [e.g., Zoom, National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD) webinars/workshops, Google Drive, and WhatsApp] utilized during a two-year distance-education based mentoring program for adult learners enrolled in graduate school in the southern United States called [Wo]Mentoring. The [Wo]Mentoring project is a competitive, grant-funded program designed to support adult graduate students exploring future leadership positions both in academia and in industry. Data collection consisted of analyzing written responses to four sets of online surveys/reflections about the program from fall 2021, spring 2021, fall 2022, and spring 2023 semesters. Findings included reflections related to certain technologies and their utilization during the online program, as well as implications for developing mentoring and leadership projects. Future research and iterations of the program with current modifications to technology components will be discussed.
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Ann Wheeler, Texas Woman's University, United States
Holly Hansen-Thomas, Texas Woman's University, United States
Jörg Waltje, Macomb Community College, United States
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Conference: BCE2024
Stream: Adult
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Wheeler A., Hansen-Thomas H., & Waltje J. (2025) Investigating the Impact of Technology on Adult Learners in a Distance-Education Mentoring Program for Women Leaders ISSN: 2435-9467 – The Barcelona Conference on Education 2024: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 107-112) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2435-9467.2024.11
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2435-9467.2024.11
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