Distance Learning Program (DLP) - दूरस्थशिक्षणम् |
Adult Track (प्रौढपाठशाला)
The foundation for the adult track is through four levels of courses that are designed using English as a medium of instruction in the early stages. These four levels could lead to certifications. While the material is prepared as a self-study course, many opt for our Tutorial Classes, where we provide a structured classroom setting to learn the same. Successful students (self-study or through tutorial classes) would gain enough knowledge to continue to Advanced Classes that we conduct in various shAstra-s, where the medium of instruction is Samskritam.
1. BASIC (Self-Study / Tutorials) - See information below
The Basic 4 Levels are: Praveśaḥ Paricayaḥ śikṣā Kovidaḥ
These levels are designed to make a gradual progression from basic language skills to becoming a fluent speaker. Supervised examinations are also conducted for each level, twice a year and students can receive a certificate of proficiency when they pass the exam.
TUTORIAL CLASSES - While it is possible for students to prepare for the exams through Self-Study, DLP conducts tutorial classes for each level that help prepare a student for the exams. The tutorial classes provide a structured classroom environment. It is of-course, the responsibility of the students to follow through with the exercises and prepare for the exam. The medium of instruction is initially English, surely and steadily switching to Samskritam, in a way that students who attend regularly will be able to keep pace with.
For those who need a strong foundation on the basics of Samskritam before attending the Pravesha level class, DLP Tutorial offers a 4 week “bhUmikA” class every other month (Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar, May, Jul)
The following figure depicts the schedule for adult DLP Tutorial classes at a glance. They enable students to take exams immediately following the classes. (Dec-Apr classes are for taking exams in May. Jun-Oct classes are for taking exams in November). Some students, however, may choose to take the exams when they feel they are ready.
The following figure depicts schedule the at a glance. Here are some useful links
Adult Tutorial Syllabus Detailed Schedule & Fee Registration Form
General information about the classes is provided below:
Prerequisites |
For Pravesha, there is no prerequisite. For all other levels, knowledge at the prior level is expected at the start of the classes |
Medium of Instruction | The medium of instruction in the early stages is English, gradually moving towards Samskritam as the levels progress |
Number of Levels | Four - Pravesha, Parichaya, Shiskha, and Kovida. |
Duration of each Level |
Six months on average, with students spending at least 15 minutes per day practicing the lessons and exercises. Level 1 (pravesha) may take longer than 6 months for those who start the course without prior Devanagari script knowledge |
Number of Lessons per Level | 12 (each lesson in one booklet) + Text in downloadable MP3 audio |
Minumum Exam Passing Score | 60% for each level |