ABOUT THE AUTHOR

ABOUT THE BOOK SANATANA DHARMA

Mallikarjuna Rao Rachakonda is a retired IT professional. He worked in India, Australia and the United States as Chief Executive, Management Educator, and Management Consultant for over 40 years.
As a community leader, he has served in various capacities within the Chinmaya Mission, Sydney Telugu Association, United Indian Associations, and the Federation of Telugu Associations of Australia. He has significantly strengthened Telugu language schools for children in Sydney. He received several community awards for his passionate voluntary services.
The book ‘Sanātana Dharma’ is his first major literary work in both Telugu and English languages, stemming from his intense research on Advaita Vedanta over 30 years. He employs modern analytical methods to explore how the extensive literature on Vedanta integrates into the life of an ordinary individual.
His other literary works include several textbooks and storybooks in Telugu for children, as well as numerous guidebooks such as Introduction to Telugu Grammar, Introduction to Sentence Construction, and Introduction to Conversation for teachers unfamiliar with the Telugu language and grammar. Besides, he has written short stories, travelogues, and articles for local community magazines. Additionally, he created an online portal (www.mytelugu.online) for Telugu learners worldwide. Many of his books were released by Potti Sriramulu Telugu University, Hyderabad.
Mallikarjuna is an Examiner for the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters of Australia (NAATI), a recognized English-to-Telugu interpreter and translator, and a Justice of the Peace for NSW.
He currently resides in Sydney, Australia, spending his time in overseas travel, reading and writing on Advaita philosophy and as a social worker.

 

Book title: Sanātana Dharma
Author: Mallikarjuna Rao Rachakonda
Sanātana Dharma provides a comprehensive blueprint for leading a dynamic and fulfilling life while pursuing the four fundamental human endeavours: Dharma (righteousness), Artha (wealth and prosperity), Kāma (pleasures and desires), and Mōksha (liberation).
The principle of Advaita, that Brahman is ‘One without a second,’ is simple yet profound, requiring keen observation to discern the oneness in the world around us. The Sanātana way of life gradually elevates an individual from their current state to discover that oneness in all.
This two-part book is a transformative guide that aligns modern living with the eternal principles of Sanātana Dharma.
Part 1 delves into the relevance of Sanātana Dharma in today’s world, illustrating how it harmonizes with the pursuit of Artha and Kāma, while being on the path of Dharma. It offers practical insights and profound wisdom on achieving material success and personal satisfaction without compromising ethical and spiritual values.
Part 2 takes you on a profound journey into the concept of Mōksha, the ultimate goal of human birth. It explores the path to liberation from the cycle of rebirth, providing a deeper understanding of oneness in all, self-realization and spiritual freedom.
Drawing wisdom from Vedic literature, this book skilfully demystifies myths about Sanātana Dharma through engaging anecdotes from ancient texts, making insightful parallels with modern life. It bridges timeless spiritual principles with contemporary living, offering readers a transformative experience that aligns their daily routines with the eternal values of Sanātana Dharma.

What is outcome-based Learning?

Outcomes-based education (OBE) is a pedagogical approach that organizes an educational system around defined goals (outcomes). Upon completing the educational experience, each student is expected to have met these goals. OBE does not prescribe a specific method of teaching or assessment; rather, it suggests that all classes, opportunities, and evaluations be aligned to assist students in reaching the established outcomes.

The outcome-based approach in language learning focuses on practical application and real-world use of the language.

The outcome-based approach 

  1. sets specific goals or outcomes for learners and these outcomes describe what learners should be able to do with the language in real-life situations. 
  2. integrates language skills such as reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

  3. prioritizes functional language use, empowering learners to communicate effectively in real-world scenarios.

Lessons and Course material

Lessons are designed around scenarios relevant to their daily lives. Study materials including downloadable posters and worksheets, videos, and interactive lessons are designed to expose learners to real-world scenarios and language elements.

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OUR PHILOSOPHY AND APPROACH

Every Telugu child has the right to learn their native language, regardless of where they are born or raised. Parents play a crucial role as the first teachers of Telugu. For children living outside Telugu-speaking states like Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, learning Telugu at home is a collaborative effort involving students, parents, and online resources.

The collective goal is to encourage students to speak Telugu not only at home but also during social events and interactions with extended family members. To support this, the ‘Let’s Learn Telugu’ series offers study materials such as books, posters, and games. These materials provide an engaging learning experience that is both interesting and effective.

  • Interesting: The attractively printed books feature full-color illustrations on high-quality paper. They offer valuable guidance for teachers and parents, ensuring a consistent teaching approach whether at school or home.

  • Enticing: Visuals are powerful tools for learning. The colorful pictures in the books enhance their appeal. Additionally, each Telugu word is accompanied by its Romanized English pronunciation and English meaning. Simple yet engaging exercises pique students’ curiosity and reinforce their learning. Classroom-based enactments further reinforce comprehension.

  • Smart: The outcome-based approach encourages students to apply their Telugu language skills in real-life situations as they progress, validating their language proficiency.”

Our teaching and learning resources:

 

అక్షర పరిచయం Stage 1

Teaches children Telugu alphabet and గుణింతాలు.

అక్షర పరిచయం Stage 2

Teaches children ఒత్తులు & ద్విత్వాక్షరాలు. 

చిత్ర పటాలు/ఆటలు    

Posters on 30 different common subjects that children see at home, school, or a park. 

Each colour poster has about 15-18 pictures. They include Telugu Alphabet and numbers, birds, animals, sports, insects, spices, vegetables, fruits, flowers, parts of the body, prepositions, verbs, shapes, relations and seasons. 
 Workbooks  Workbooks to trace and learn Telugu alphabet and gunintAlu. 

వాక్య పరిచయం 

 A simplified and structured guide to form Telugu sentences for advanced students and adults not familiar with Telugu language structure.
సంభాషణా పరిచయం  Introduces conversations in Telugu based on situations. It is a great way to start conversations in Telugu. Children will learn genders, numbers, persons, time, numerals, pets, body parts family members and seasons.
Readers 1, 2, 3 Reading and colouring books to develop Telugu sentences. Each reader contains several sections, each with a set of pictures and sentences to develop speaking, reading and writing skills.  
 
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