About Aadya 1

Aadya 1

Level 1 of Samskrutam

In Samskritam (Sanskrit), Aadya means ‘the beginning’. As the name suggests, Aadya is the beginning of an enriching journey towards learning this charming language and is the first level in the curriculum. The syllabus of Aadya-1 has been carefully designed keeping every type of learner in mind. It enables anyone, even those unfamiliar with the script, to gain in-depth knowledge of the basics of Samskritam. It helps learners to understand, speak, and write this ‘Devabhasha’ and builds a strong foundation to foray further into the next levels with confidence. All learning can be done from the convenience of our homes - the classes are conducted online twice or thrice a week using online conferencing platforms like Google Meet or Zoom. With proficient teachers, interactive online sessions, informative, and intuitive classroom activities, learning is fun at Vyasa Vidya Mandiram.

Course Description
Eligibility:Age 10 and above.
Course Duration: 6 months

Overview and Eligibility This is the Level-1 of the Samskrutam course which is open to all. It can be taken by anyone who wants to understand and gain proficiency in the language.

Curriculum

Series of classes designed to for students.

  • 1. Introduction to Samskruta alphabets – The Samskruta Aksharaani.
  • 2. Making Samskruta sentences using basic language blocks.
  • 3. Speaking with correct pronunciation.
  • 4. Expressing numbers, time, months etc in Samskrutam.
  • 5. Reinforce grammatical aspects learnt through Samskruta stories, poems and essays.
  • 6. Easy Samskruta conversation.
  • 7.Speaking with correct pronunciation.
Exam pattern

Exam Pattern

  • 1. Evaluation is done at the end of each term
  • 2. Evaluation is done online.
  • 3. Qualifying students are given an e-Certificates and can register for the next level.
  • 4. End-Term online evaluation is for 100 marks.
    • Examination follows three-pronged approach:
  • => MCQs for 40 marks using forms
  • => Written test for 40 marks.
  • => 20 marks for internal classroom activities and an oral evaluation

4.FAQ


Essential FAQ To Understand Our System

We’ll provide you with some insight and tips below to help Your Queries.

1. Who can register for the course?
Anyone who is interested in learning Samskrutam can register for the course.
2. I am more than 60 years old. Can I register?
Yes you can. Anyone above the age 10 can register and learn.
3. I studied Samskrutam in my school as second/third language. Will this course be useful to me?
Definitely. The course starts from the basics and covers almost all the topics that are taught in the schools at present. It follows a step-by-step approach in the understanding of the language. It makes the learner very strong in the basics which will help them in the long run.
4. What is the medium of instruction?
At present, the classes are being conducted in Tamil.
5. In what languages are the books available in?
At present, the books are available in Samskrutam with Tamil explanations.


6. What are the timings for the classes?
Classes are conducted twice/thrice in a week. Various time slots distributed throughout the week are available. A student can choose any time slot as per his/her convenience. Details regarding the timings are provided during enrolment and student can choose convenient timing before enrolling.
7. Do you have classes in the weekends?
Yes. Classes are conducted during the weekends also. Details regarding the timings are provided during enrolment and student can choose convenient timing during the enrolment process.
8. Will I find it difficult to learn/memorise as I am more than 60 years old?
Absolutely not. The course has been designed keeping all these factors in mind. The number of senior citizens who are currently enrolled stands testimony to this fact.
9. Is the course suitable for working people? Can I learn part-time?
Yes. The course is totally online. It just needs attending 2/3 classes per week. The evaluation at the end is also online, which makes it very convenient for those who are working, to pursue the course.
10. What is the minimum age requirement for registering in the course?
10 years.
11. Can I enrol in any level?
Aadya - 1 is the first level to enrol into for new Samskrutam learners.
12. I just want to learn the language. I won’t be able to write the exams. Will I be allowed to continue?
Generally writing and clearing the exam is the criterion for admission into the next levels. However, for genuine cases, exceptions can be considered on a case on case basis. Please contact class teacher for more details.
13. How much should I pay towards the course?
Classes are conducted totally free of charge at VVM. There is no course fee for the classes. Altogether, for Aadya-1, a sum of Rs. 500/- is to paid during registration which covers books(including delivery charges within India), assessments and certificate.
14. What will be the fee for end-of-the term examination?
There is no separate fee for the end-of-the term examination. The fee paid towards the beginning of the term towards books, covers the exam and certificate cost also.
15. Where can I get the books and other materials after registration.
The course fee includes the cost of book(s) and registering for the end-of-the-course-examination. Books will be sent to the address provided(within India) during registration.
16. Am facing problems during registration. What can I do?
vvmadmission@gmail.com