The Scholar's Lens: A Blog by Dr. M A Mujeeb

  Dr. M A Mujeeb mujeeb21speaks@gmail.com On the eve of Teachers’ Day, I had a spark of inspiration, why not ask students directly what they expect from a teacher? After running the idea by one of my students, and receiving enthusiastic encouragement, I created a Google Form to gather their thoughts. Within a couple of hours, the responses poured in. Here’s what the students told me about their ideal teacher Key Findings The student responses reveal a comprehensive and deeply personal understanding of what makes an exceptional teacher. Students consistently emphasize that great teachers go far beyond academic instruction to become mentors, role models, and sources of emotional support who fundamentally shape their personal and intellectual development. Fig. Most valued teacher qualities based on student responses Based on the analysis of all responses, students most frequently emphasized these core qualities, Understanding and Supportive Nature emerged as the top priori...

Dr. M A Mujeeb mujeeb21speaks@gmail.com  📚  One Nation One Subscription (ONOS):  A New Chapter in Academic Access In my recent blog, I explored the implications of the ban on Sci-Hub and LibGen, highlighting the serious challenges it poses to academic access in India. These platforms, while controversial, had become lifelines for students and researchers in under-resourced institutions. Their absence has left a significant void—one that demands a sustainable, legal alternative. In light of this, I believe it’s essential to introduce my readers to a promising initiative by the Government of India: One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) . This national program aims to redefine how research is accessed across the country and could be a game-changer for equitable education and research empowerment. 🔍 What Is ONOS? ONOS is a landmark initiative launched in January 2025 to revolutionize access to academic research. Instead of individual institutions negotiating costly subs...