Mr.Desiderio is somewhat apprehensive about surviving her first year of teaching, and she would appreciate having a mentor. According to the text, which approach would be the wisest for Mr.Desiderio??
a. Have Darla announce in the teacher's lounge that she would like to work with a mentor and have her choose whoever volunteers
b. Have Darla observe teachers in their day-to-day work to see who would be the most receptive to being a mentor and who would have the most to offer her.
c. Let a relationship emerge naturally. The teacher who becomes her best friend will be the best mentor for Darla.
d. Wait for a teacher to approach her with the offer. She should not appear too eager or too unsure of her abilities in front of other teachers.
Ans: b. Have Darla observe teachers in their day-to-day work to see who would be the most receptive to being a mentor and who would have the most to offer her.
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