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Mentoring students

  • Writer: Zoë Plakias
    Zoë Plakias
  • Dec 9, 2025
  • 1 min read

I was chatting with some folks today about mentoring students, and I recalled a presentation I put together last year for the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association Early Career Mentorship Workshop! I thought these slides and resources linked to in them might be of interest to others so figured I would share here. Click on the presentation below to download the slides as a .pptx file.


Title slide of presentation. Text reads: 
Best practices in mentoring students + trainees 
Zoë Plakias
2024 AAEA Early Career Mentorship Workshop

 
 
 

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Ricky B Littles.
Ricky B Littles.
May 22

Appreciating this insightful post on mentoring students and the positive impact it has on personal and academic growth. The emphasis on guidance and support is really valuable for shaping confident learners. It also connects well with creative industries where structure and mentorship matter, such as in the world of book publishers who help authors refine ideas and bring meaningful stories to readers worldwide through careful editorial support and collaboration.

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John Wick
John Wick
May 20

This insightful look at mentoring students highlights how crucial guidance and encouragement are when navigating difficult learning curves. It reminds me of my time in Belfast when I was completely overwhelmed trying to master complex numerical theories on my own. I hired an Arthmetic Assignment Writer to handle my advanced calculations and problem sets so I could focus on understanding the core concepts from my mentor instead of stressing over deadlines. Proper guidance makes all the difference when tackling tough subjects. Nice Post


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