This project created FREE resources that offer authentic materials to examine contemporary social issues in India, touching upon linguistic provisions, cultural diversity and more. Our aim is to empower the learner with the language skills to discuss these essential topics from diverse perspectives. The materials were developed by Dr. Jieun Ryu (Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Arizona), Poonam Chauhan, MPhil (Continuing Lecturer in the Middle East / South Asia Studies program, University of California Davis), and Srijeet Mukherjee (Hindi Language Consultant, Fulbright FLTA 2017-2018). They were last updated in 2026 after piloting in language classes and subsequent revisions.
Elementary level: includes Devanagari typing instruction, five individual lessons, and an instructor guide. The guide offers detailed lesson plans utilizing the published lessons with a critical inquiry approach for classroom discussions, equipping instructors with the tools to seamlessly integrate them into their classrooms. They are intended to facilitate meaningful classroom discussions around the selected topics, fostering engagement, and nurturing transformative learning experiences for students.
Intermediate and Advanced level: Engaging units that include detailed lesson plans to seamlessly integrate the resources into in-person classes, accompanied by carefully curated worksheets. These offer valuable support to educators and enhance the learning experience for students.
