1) Mentoring involves an experienced teacher providing support and guidance to a new teacher to help them adapt to various aspects of teaching such as lesson planning, teaching strategies, classroom management, and understanding school culture and expectations. 2) Effective mentoring programs involve three phases - induction, observation, and coaching. The induction phase involves matching mentors and mentees based on experience level. Observation involves the mentor building a relationship with and informing the mentee. Coaching involves the mentor helping the mentee with teaching and making improvements. 3) The document describes an example of effective mentoring between mentor Sue Teece and new teacher Kristin Heath. They meet weekly, Sue observes Kristin's lessons and provides feedback,