This course, developed by Samskrita Bharati USA (SBusa.org) and based on their textbook “PRAPADYA,” aims to introduce students to the Devanagari script and the concept of samyukta-akSharANi, or combined letters, in Sanskrit. The course spans 10 weeks with 1.5 hours of instruction per week and culminates in an exam during the 11th week.
Students will learn the basics of Devanagari script through a series of easy-to-follow exercises and activities, including learning about the different types of combined letters and how they can be used to create new words and phrases. One unique aspect of this course is that students will have the opportunity to create brief tales by combining words and phrases, helping them develop their skills in samyukta-akSharANi.