Training activity | Description | Length/ format | Timing |
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Asynchronous online module | University of Minnesota’s CTSI online mentor training modules: http://www.ctsi.umn.edu/education-and-training/mentoring/mentor-training Modules explore mentoring models, mentor roles and responsibilities, structure and dynamics of the mentoring relationship, and strategies for facilitating and addressing challenges to the mentoring process [29] | 90–120 min, self-paced | 2–3 months before initial fellow assignment |
Synchronous online meeting | Led by Mentoring Consultant. This included the introduction of a template mentoring contract for mentors to use with their fellows. This training was based on the evidence-based curriculum, Entering Mentoring [30,31,32,33] | 60Â min, online platform (e.g., Blackboard classroom, adobe connect) | 1Â month before training institute |
Face-face meeting | Led by Mentoring Consultant: Review the previous mentor training sessions and review the institute agenda with a focus on the mentoring activities and discussed effective communication strategies | 60Â min, in person | Morning, day 1 of Summer Institute |
Follow-up | During monthly core faculty calls, Mentoring Consultant would help troubleshoot any on-going mentoring concerns. | Varied | As needed |