Learn English Through Hindi | 8-Week IIT Madras Course | Prof. Rajesh Kumar
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 717 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Categories | Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Credit Points | 2 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 28 Mar 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Learn English with Confidence: An IIT Madras Course Designed for Hindi Speakers
For millions in India, the journey to learn English is often fraught with hesitation and difficulty, not because of the language itself, but because of the medium of instruction. What if you could learn the nuances of English grammar, vocabulary, and communication through the comfort of your native language, Hindi? This is the revolutionary premise of the "Learning English in Hindi" course offered by the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Madras.
This 8-week online course, led by a distinguished professor of linguistics, is a novel experiment grounded in educational research. It recognizes that learning is significantly facilitated when content is delivered in a language the learner is already comfortable with. If Hindi is your primary or strong secondary language, this course removes the initial barrier, allowing you to focus entirely on acquiring functional competence in English.
About the Course Instructor: Prof. Rajesh Kumar
This course is guided by the expertise of Prof. Rajesh Kumar, a professor in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at IIT Madras. His credentials ensure you are learning from one of the best:
- Academic Pedigree: Holds a PhD in Linguistics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA.
- Extensive Teaching Experience: Has taught at IIT Kanpur, IIT Patna, the University of Texas at Austin, and has been a visiting faculty at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai.
- Published Author: Authored a book on syntax published by Routledge in their prestigious linguistics series.
- Editorial Role: Served as an associate editor for the journal Language and Language Teaching.
- Research Focus: His work delves into the structure of South Asian languages and the role of multilingualism in education and society.
Prof. Kumar’s deep understanding of both linguistic structure and the challenges of language learning makes him the ideal mentor for this unique program.
Who Should Enroll in This Course?
INTENDED AUDIENCE: This course is designed for anyone who understands Hindi and wishes to learn or improve their English. Whether you are an undergraduate student, a postgraduate scholar, a professional looking to enhance your communication skills, or simply an eager learner, this course is structured to take you from the basics to advanced expression. No prior formal training in English is required.
Course Layout: A Step-by-Step Journey to English Mastery
The 8-week curriculum is meticulously designed for incremental learning, building from foundational sounds to complex expressions.
| Week | Key Learning Modules |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Sounds & Writing Symbols; Speech Sounds; Consonants & Clusters; Syllables & Words; Features of English Words; Plurals. |
| Week 2 | Parts of Speech (1, 2, 3); Words & Phrases; Fundamentals for Accuracy, Fluency & Confidence. |
| Week 3 | Sentence Structure; Direct/Indirect Objects; Verb 'to be'; Imperatives; Questions; Negatives; Subject-Verb Agreement. |
| Week 4 | Participles; Relative Clauses; Functions of Modals; Passive Voice; Mood & Modal Verbs. |
| Week 5 | Deep Dive into Modal Verbs (1-4); Practical Application: Telephone English. |
| Week 6 | Clauses & Sentences; Complex Sentences; Adjectival Clauses; Adverbs; Advanced Agreement Rules. |
| Week 7 | Question Tags; Interrogatives; Softening Language; Rhythm & Pitch in Speech; Punctuation Mastery. |
| Week 8 | Advanced Vocabulary; Innovation in Vocabulary; Metaphors; Essential Phrases & Idioms; Making Expressions Impressive. |
Why Choose This "Learning English in Hindi" Course?
- Reduces Learning Anxiety: By using Hindi as the medium of instruction, the course eliminates the initial fear and hesitation many learners face.
- Builds from the Ground Up: Starts with the very basics of sounds and symbols, ensuring no gap in understanding.
- Focus on Practical Communication: Modules on Telephone English, idioms, and softening language equip you for real-world interactions.
- Emphasis on Accuracy & Fluency: The course balances grammatical correctness with the flow needed for confident speaking and writing.
- Academic Excellence: Learn from an IIT Madras professor with global experience, ensuring high-quality, research-backed content.
This course is more than just a language class; it's a bridge to greater academic, professional, and personal opportunities. By leveraging your knowledge of Hindi, it provides a faster, more intuitive, and less stressful path to English proficiency.
Ready to transform your English skills? Enroll in this free 8-week course and embark on a structured learning journey with one of India's leading institutions. Master the language of global communication through the language of your comfort.
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