National Evaluation Series (NES) Assessment of Professional Knowledge Practice Test

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What is the term for when an experienced teacher supports and provides feedback to a novice teacher?

Observation
Peer assessment
Mentoring
Reflective practice

The correct answer is: Mentoring

The term for when an experienced teacher supports and provides feedback to a novice teacher is mentoring. This process involves a more experienced educator guiding a less experienced one, offering their insights, sharing best practices, and providing emotional support. Mentoring relationships can foster professional growth and development, helping novice teachers navigate the complexities of their new roles. In contrast, observation typically refers to the process of watching a teacher's lesson to gather data about their teaching methods, without the direct support element provided by mentoring. Peer assessment involves colleagues evaluating each other's work but does not specifically denote the supportive relationship inherent in mentoring. Reflective practice is the process by which individuals analyze their teaching experiences to improve future performance, but it lacks the direct guidance aspect typically associated with mentoring relationships.