MENTORING MINDS, SHAPING FUTURES A Comprehensive Guide to Student Development

MENTORING MINDS, SHAPING FUTURES A Comprehensive Guide to Student Development

Authors: Dr. Dhananjay Madhukar Kshirsagar, Dr. Payal Aditya Acharekar, Dr. Kalpit Ganesh Mhatre, Dr. Jayshri Devidas Jagtap,
Publish Date/ Year : October 2026 | Format: Paperback | Genre : Medical Science | Other Book Detail

The book Mentoring Minds, Shaping Futures: A Comprehensive Guide to Student Development has been conceived with the understanding that every student is a developing individual whose educational journey is influenced by academic experiences, personal circumstances, social relationships, aspirations, challenges, opportunities, and changing environments. Mentoring provides a structured yet flexible framework through which students can receive guidance, encouragement, constructive feedback, and opportunities for reflection. At its best, mentoring does not merely tell students what to do; it helps them understand themselves, recognize possibilities, make informed decisions, develop confidence, overcome barriers, and gradually become capable of directing their own learning and development.
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162 pages
Language

English
Publication date

October 2026
ISBN-13

978-93-6678-092-4




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Dr. Dhananjay Madhukar Kshirsagar

Dr. Dhananjay Madhukar Kshirsagar

Dr. Dhananjay Madhukar Kshirsagar is currently working as an assistant professor in Mathematics and Statistics at New Education Society's Shriram Kusumtai Sadashiv Vanjare College, Lanja District Ratnagiri, Maharashtra State. He has total teaching experience of 30 years at UG level. He has completed his Ph.D. from Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar University, Solapur. He has authored F.Y.B.Com tutorial book for University of Mumbai. To his credit he has four research papers in UGC CARE. Apart from academic work, he has been engaged in administrative work also. At institute level, he is being working as a Nodal Officer for various schemes such as Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) Academic Planning and member of National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).

Dr. Payal Aditya Acharekar

Dr. Payal Aditya Acharekar

Dr. Payal Aditya Acharekar is currently working as an assistant professor in botany at Jai Hind College, Basantsing Institute of Science & J.T.Lalvani Institute of Commerce and Sheila Gopal Raheja College of Management (Empowered, Autonomous), Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra State. She has 18 years of teaching experience at the UG level and 10 years at the PG level. She has completed her Ph.D. from Jai Hind College (Empowered, Autonomous), Mumbai. She is the author of one book. To her credit she has 15 research papers in UGC CARE list and has written 2 chapters in various books. She has been awarded the Title ‘Fellow of the International Society of Environmental Botany. She has presented her research in the form of Papers and Posters at various International and National conferences. She has also been awarded 1st prize at different conferences. She has a vast experience in the field of Environmental Botany, Noise pollution, Biophysics, Botany, and Horticulture. Apart from academic work, she has also been engaged in administrative work. At the institute level, she has been working as a Faculty Co-Ordinator of the Green Club and Head of Criterion 7 of the NAAC committee. She has also been involved in various Green initiatives in and around college.

Dr. Kalpit Ganesh Mhatre

Dr. Kalpit Ganesh Mhatre

Dr. Kalpit Ganesh Mhatre is currently working as an assistant professor in botany at New Education Society's Shriram Kusumtai Sadashiv Vanjare College, Lanja District Ratnagiri, Maharashtra State. He has total teaching experience of 10 years at UG level. He has completed his Ph.D. from St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Mumbai. He is the author of 43 books and editor of 20 books. To his credit he has 22 research papers in UGC CARE list and has written 60 chapters in various books. He also has 03 patent publication to his credit. He has vast experience in the field of Plant Taxonomy, Ethnobotany, Molecular Systematics, Ecology and Anthropology. Apart from academic work, he has been engaged in administrative work also. At institute level, he is being working as a Nodal Officer for various schemes such as Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA), All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE), National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Kalam Program for IP Literacy and Awareness (KAPILA) and Atal Ranking of Institution on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA). Dr. Mhatre is a President of Institutional Innovation Council (IIC). He has been designated as a District Sustainability Mentor (DSM) for Ratnagiri District by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India, Hyderabad.

Dr. Jayshri Devidas Jagtap

Dr. Jayshri Devidas Jagtap

Dr. Jayshri Devidas Jagtap is an Assistant Professor of Botany at V G Vaze College of Arts, Science, and Commerce (Autonomous) in Mulund, Mumbai. Bringing over a decade of teaching experience, her expertise spans Cytogenetics, Mycology, Molecular Biology, Ecology, Environmental Botany, and Plant Pathology. She has made notable contributions to academia, presenting numerous research papers at both national and international conferences. Additionally, she has edited two books and authored several chapters. Actively engaged in scientific communities, she holds memberships in various professional bodies and associations, further enhancing her impact on the field of Botany. A firm believer in continuous professional development, Dr. Jagtap regularly participates in faculty development programmes, refresher courses, workshops, and training programmes to remain updated with emerging trends and technological advancements in biological sciences. She is actively involved in curriculum development, academic planning, and various institutional activities that promote excellence in higher education. Dr. Jagtap is also an active member of several professional scientific societies and academic associations, reflecting her commitment to strengthening the scientific community and encouraging collaborative research. Her association with these organizations enables her to contribute to academic networking, knowledge sharing, and the promotion of scientific awareness. With her strong academic foundation, research expertise, editorial experience, and unwavering dedication to teaching, Dr. Jayshri Devidas Jagtap continues to make valuable contributions to the advancement of Botany and Life Sciences. Her passion for education, scientific inquiry, and environmental sustainability has earned her recognition as a dedicated educator and an emerging scholar in the field of botanical sciences.