Dakshata 1,2,3

Advanced - Online
Course Validity
year 1 Year(s)
Course Fee
$ 120
Students Enrolled
year 42
Description

This is a bundle of courses that introduce the student to Sanskrit literature. Three Dakshata courses are packaged at an offer price in order to encourage students to study more of Sanskrit. To get a deeper understanding of the individual courses, the respective course pictures given above can be clicked. At the end of the courses, the student will develop the ability to study simple Sanskrit literature. He/she will experience sandhis and samasas in practice as they appear in Sanskrit poetry. The Dakshata-1 consists of subhashitani from Neetishatakam which are easier to understand. Dakshata-2 and Dakshata-3 will contain other works of poetry and drama from famous writers such as Kalidasa and Bhasa. Completion of all three parts will be equivalent to completing our on-site diploma course in Sanskrit Syllabus.

FAQ

What is the recommended background for taking part in this course?

Completion of Pravesika-2 preferred. Otherwise students must be conversant with Sanskrit.

What are the technical requirements for taking part in this course?

Being an on-line course, you need a computer / mobile / tablet device with internet connection that enables you to watch the video lectures and download study materials as applicable.

What is the format of the Course?

The course is delivered through a structured set of lecture videos, which are usually between ten to twenty minutes each. There will be quizzes and worksheets as part of the lessons. Upon completion of each module and/or quiz, the student will be able to release the next module. The course will be available for one year for the student to complete, however if the student wants to finish it early he/she can always do that.

Any suggested reading required?

Soft copy of the course book will be provided. Which contains the material for all three parts.

How are the classes conducted for Dakshata?

All 3 parts of Samskruta Dakshata are self paced and there is no fixed time/live classes. Students, after subscribing to this course can login at their convenience and access the recoded lessons.

If the classes are not live and I have to learn listening to the recording, what should I do if I have any doubts?

For your better understanding, we have given an option called “Ask An Expert” in our Learning Platform. Students can post their question and get their doubts cleared.

Do I need to take all the modules?

Yes. Course completion calls for covering the entire syllabus prescribed.

What should I do if I am having any technical issues?

Student can use the Ask An Expert forum to post their technical issue also. We will fix the issue and post an answer or instruct you to fix it if the issue is to be fixed from your side.

Will I get a diploma certificate if I finish 3 parts of Dakshata?

No. We say Dakshata courses are equivalent to diploma, not diploma. However in order to get the diploma certificate with Dakshata courses, you have to register yourselves by visiting the campus and have to appear for the University exam in written form, conducted at the end of academic year in the college premises.

Should I attempt all the quizzes?

As you know, to learn a language, one needs to not only learn well, but also be able to appreciate the nuances of the language, which is based on recalling what is learned. Quizzes help one recall the learned aspects and revise well. Needless to say that the more quizzes one attempts, the preparation would be better. Also progress to the next lesson will be allowed only on passing the quiz.

What are Worksheets and where can I find them?

Worksheets are practice sheets for you to download and use to practice the lesson your are being taught. They can be found below each lesson deck. You can download them for your use. The worksheets need not be sent to us. You can complete the worksheets and verify the answers with the solved worksheets under the 'More Resources' tab.

How long is my course valid?

The course is valid for three years from the date of your joining the course. Within that period you are expected to complete studying the lessons and take all the three final exams also.

What do I receive at the end of the course and what is the criteria to get it?

After the completion of each course, there is a final exam. If you pass it, you will have successfully completed that course and will get a certificate from Madras Sanskrit College. You can then proceed to the next course and complete all the three.

How do I take my final exam? Do I need to come in person to the college to write it?

You can take your final exam online from your home or wherever you take your courses. There is no need to come to the college.

What is the exam model?

The exam is an online quiz similar to the lesson quizzes. There will be only MCQs in the exam. You need not write or type anything. Results will be emailed and your certificate can be downloaded from our website. As the exam will be in the same model as the lesson quizzes, practising the quizzes after studying the lessons will be effective exam preparation.

I didn't do well in the quiz in my first attempt. Can I take it again?

You can take the quiz as many times as you want. The best result among your attempts will be considered for the assessment.

What are the different methods by which I can pay for my course?

Credit and debit cards are acceptable modes of payment. Alternatively, you can use internet banking through PayTM if you are an Indian resident or through Paypal if you are paying from any country outside India.

Is there any age limit to take the course?

There is no age limit to take the course.

How do I ensure hassle-free online learning?

For hassle-free online learning experience remember to clear cache in your computer/phone/tablet devices. Keeping the device clean averts errors during its online usage. We recommend Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge for this program for good learning experience. In both the browsers the cache can be cleaned by opening 'Settings' and searching for 'Clear browsing data'.