Building Effective Mentoring Relationships In Library And Information Science Education Professional Practice:- Agbo, Amaoge D

Abstract Mentorship plays a pivotal role in shaping the growth and success ofindividuals in various fields and library and information science (LIS) is no exception. In the dynamic of LIS education and professional practice, the establishment of strong mentoring relationships is crucialforfostering knowledge transfer, skill development and career advancement. This work explores the definitions and history ofmentorship m the LISfield. It examines the significance ofmentorship visa-vis the various types ofmentors and mentees in LIS education andprofessional practice. The work equally assessed various types ofmentorship in LIS and areas ofmentorship in LIS education and professional practice. Considerable elements for successful mentoring Programme in LIS education and Professional Practice and Challenges affecting them were also harnessed. The work concluded by stating that mentorship is a valuable tool in LIS education and professional practice, but it requires intentional effort and a commitment tofosteringpositive relationships.