MISSION

To preserve Kannada Language (one of the most ancient languages in the world with 2500+ years of history) through education, certification, focused research and development.



PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

  • Enable Language Learning for High School/ College students and adults through interactive , immersive , flexible learning.
  • Instill Pride and confidence in the Language.
  • Bring Global Non-resident Kannada community together for a shared purpose of giving through learning.


Dublin Unified School District

Programs

 

Kannada 1 - Foundation

ಕನ್ನಡ ೧ - ತಳಹದಿ

Level

Basic/ Foundational

Prerequisite

Recommended For Grades: 7-9

Duration

5.5 Hours per week including Assignments, tests

Two Semesters

Curriculum

  • Grammar and Vocabulary:
    • Develop vocabulary words used in everyday conversations.
    • Construct words and simple sentences using the foundational grammar rules.
  • Writing and Reading Comprehension:
    • Read and write alphabet and simple words.
    • Identify and write spoken words.
  • Spoken Communication:
    • Engage in simple conversations to share their opinions, likes, dislikes, feelings, and emotions.
    • Use vocabulary in conversations.
 

Kannada 2 - Intermediate

ಕನ್ನಡ ೨ - ಸ್ತಂಭ

Level

Intermediate

Prerequisite

Recommended For Grades: 8-10
Completion of Kannada 1 with a minimum of Grade C (60% or higher) OR
80% or higher in the Entrance Test (Oral & Written)

Duration

5.5 Hours per week including Assignments, tests

Two Semesters

Curriculum

  • Grammar and Vocabulary:
    • Build foundational grammar concepts (parts of sentences).
    • Expand vocabulary.
  • Writing and Reading Comprehension:
    • Write complete sentences using simple words.
    • Read and understand stories.
  • Spoken Communication:
    • Express thoughts.
    • Describe pictures.
    • Class discussions on various everyday topics and literature analysis.
 

Kannada 3 - Proficiency

ಕನ್ನಡ ೩ - ಛಾವಣಿ

Level

Proficiency

Prerequisite

Recommended For Grades:9-11
Completion of Kannada 2 with a minimum of Grade C (60% or higher) OR
80% or higher in the Entrance Test (Oral & Written)

Duration

5.5 Hours per week including Assignments, tests

Two Semesters

Curriculum

  • Grammar and Vocabulary:
    • Deepen knowledge of modern linguistics, translation, and Kannada vocabulary.
  • Writing and Reading Comprehension:
    • Comprehend simple books and poems.
    • Write simple essays, letters, and complex sentences.
  • Spoken Communication:
    • Express thoughts and make converse fluently.
    • Make speeches and recite stories.
 

Kannada 4 - Advanced

ಕನ್ನಡ ೪ - ಹೂದೋಟ

Level

Advanced

Prerequisite

Recommended for Grades: 10-12
Completion of Kannada 3 with a minimum of Grade C (60% or higher) OR
80% or higher in the Entrance Test
(Oral & Written)

Duration

5.5 Hours per week including Assignments, tests

Two Semesters

Curriculum

  • Grammar and Vocabulary:
    • Develop vocabulary words used in everyday conversations.
    • Write letters, stories, plays, contextual dialogs, and poetry.
    • Learn typing on a computer using the Kannada fonts.
  • Writing and Reading Comprehension:
    • Interpret oral and written conversations from different mediums.
    • Exposure to advanced prose and poetry.
    • Understand elements of literature and introduction to literary analysis.
  • Spoken Communication:
    • Express thoughts and converse fluently in a variety of settings.
    • Literary analysis through spoken word.