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A mentor can be someone local or you can collaborate online. Below is a script to help you talk with a possible mentor. Keep a record of all communication with your mentor. Take notes on calls, meetings, emails. Try these websites to find online assistance.
Etiquette First
- Be
nice: Remeber mentors are volunteers. Please and thank you
are helpful
- Be
patient: Response time varies. One week is typical.
Plan ahead. Ask early.
- Search
first, ask later: Use FAQ pages and mentors' websites
- Get real: Legitimate and sincere questions are in order. Do your homework, first.
Hello, my name is ________________________and I am a student at ________________________.
We have read (name or number of articles)______________on (topic___________________________.
We are interested in (topic)__________________________and under the guideance of my sponsoring teacher, we are looking
for help with (research, math modeling, and or programming)_________________________________.
We have a few questions that we need answered.
We realize that you are busy, but I'm hoping that you can take time to work with my team
Wait for a response from scientist.
If s(he) yes, then proceed. Be sure to write down questions and answers.
If s(he) says no, then ask for another contact they might know. Ask for the person's contact information
______________________________________(Lab, business, school or organization)
Then, thank them. Tell them you appreciate their help.
If we have any questions, could we call, write or email you?
Thanks for you time and expertise.
Taken from Inquiry Facilitators' The Nuts and Bolts of Getting Started with Classroom Reasearch, 2004
