Kheiron Module 2

For KHEIRON’s context, mentoring across distances and generations in rural settings, these tools can transform barriers into bridges. A retired teacher mentoring a 16-year-old in a remote Greek village uses Zoom for weekly calls and Google Docs to help the mentee draft a motivational letter for a scholarship. A mentor and mentee pair co-create a digital portfolio using Canva and share it through Google Drive, showcasing the mentee’s skills to local employers. A shared Padlet board is used to collect inspirational quotes, career ideas, and reflections, helping build rapport between an older mentor and a tech-savvy youth. Quiz – Essential Digital Tools for Mentoring 02 ReverseMentoring for Improving E ‑ Skills: Adults andDigital Competences, EuropeanCommission (Digital Strategy) Real Mentoring Experience “As a student mentor at the 3rd Laboratory Center of East Attica, I quickly learned that timing is everything, especially when supporting young people juggling school, work, or personal challenges. WhatsApp became our go-to tool. It allowed me to stay connected with my mentees in real time, whether it was sending a quick reminder, sharing a useful link, or just checking in after a tough day. The fact that it was familiar to them made a big difference. It didn’t feel formal, it felt present. That constant, respectful presence built trust and helped keep the mentoring relationship alive between our weekly sessions.” George, 47, Student Mentor, Greece