Digital Youth Network has developed a mentor framework that defines the essential qualities of a digital mentor, informs the design of professional development for mentors, and is at the core of the mentor badge system. These elements are critical to developing shared practices and a common approach to working with young people because DYN mentors create enriching learning opportunities and adapt to youth interests and pursuits.
The framework includes four essential components:
The mentor framework is the core of the professional development for adult learning which include activity structures such as: