1. Sanskrit Shabdamitra: Educational App of Sanskrit Wordnet

Authors: Malhar Kulkarni, Nilesh Joshi, Sayali Khare, Hanumant Redkar, Pushpak Bhattacharyya

Conference: 6th Sanskrit Computational Linguistics Symposium (pp. 117–133)

Date: October 2019

Abstract: This paper introduces a digital tool, viz., Sanskrit Shabdamitra, for learning and teaching of Sanskrit in active classroom environment as well as in other formal and informal setup. It is based on an existing digital resource called Sanskrit Wordnet created at IIT Bombay. Thus, this paper also describes a direct application of Sanskrit Wordnet in particular, and Wordnet in general in the education domain. It describes the structure and various features of Sanskrit Shabdamitra.

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2. Availing Ideal Language Learning e-Content Catering to School Curriculum with Special Reference to Hindi Shabdamitra

Authors: Sayali Khare, Hanumant Redkar, Nilesh Joshi, Malhar Kulkarni

Conference: ICON 2018, Punjabi University, Patiala

Date: December 2018

Abstract: This paper discusses the shift in school education toward digital and innovative teaching methods, highlighting the need for high-quality e-learning content. Despite Hindi being widely spoken, there is a shortage of curriculum-aligned digital resources. The paper presents Hindi Shabdamitra as an effective e-learning tool that addresses this gap by offering well-structured Hindi language content tailored for school education.

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3. Hindi Wordnet for Language Teaching: Experiences and Lessons Learnt

Authors: Hanumant Redkar, Rajita Shukla, Sandhya Singh, Jaya Saraswati, Laxmi Kashyap, Diptesh Kanojia, Prethi Jyothi, Malhar Kulkarni, Pushpak Bhattacharyya

Conference: 9th Global Wordnet Conference (pp. 314–323)

Date: January 2018

Abstract:This paper presents the development of a digital educational tool using Hindi Wordnet for language learning and teaching. The original lexical data was modified to align with school syllabi and modern pedagogical principles. The tool incorporates grammatical information and delivers content through a multi-layered, multi-sensory interface accessible on various digital platforms. Designed for learners aged six and above, it features a user-friendly front end. Initial testing and feedback helped improve the system. The project also provided valuable insights into associative learning through lexical networks.

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4. Hindi Shabdamitra: A Wordnet based Tool for Enhancing Teaching-Learning Process

Authors: Hanumant Redkar, Sandhya Singh, Dhara Gorasia, Meenakshi Somasundaram, Malhar Kulkarni, Pushpak Bhattacharyya

Conference: ICON 2017 (pp. 245–254)

Date: December 2017

Abstract: This paper explores the shift toward flexible, learner-centered education in the digital age, emphasizing the potential for interdisciplinary research in educational technology and NLP. It introduces Hindi Shabdamitra, an e-learning tool based on Hindi Wordnet, designed for both formal education and self-learning. The tool offers vocabulary, grammar, images, and pronunciation to enhance retention. It showcases how a rich lexical resource like WordNet can be effectively adapted for educational use.

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5. Hindi Shabdamitra: A Wordnet based E-Learning Tool for Language Learning and Teaching

Authors: Hanumant Redkar, Sandhya Singh, Meenakshi Somasundaram, Dhara Gorasia, Malhar Kulkarni, Pushpak Bhattacharyya

Conference: NLPTEA@IJCNLP 2017

Date: December 2017

Abstract: This paper discusses the shift in education towards more flexible, learner-centric methods, creating opportunities for interdisciplinary research in educational technology and NLP. It presents Hindi Shabdamitra, an e-learning tool developed using Hindi Wordnet to support both formal school curricula and informal self-learning. The tool enhances vocabulary and grammar learning through images and pronunciation, demonstrating how lexical resources like Wordnet can be effectively adapted for educational use.

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