At Oo Yin Pariyatti Monastery, the range of subjects taught in English include a range of Dhamma Studies and also in English Grammar for all Koyins (Novice monks).
These subjects in English begin at the youngest age, up to Dhammacariya Level (A teacher who is qualified to teach the Buddha’s scripture).
ENGLISH GRAMMAR
The English Grammar is taught from the beginning of Koyin levels at the age of 6 years old.
At a younger age, the English Grammar is not compulsory.
Grade 7, 9 and 11 Levels, English Texts of the Basic Education Syllabus Curriculum Level given by the Ministry of Education- (A general text taught throughout all schools in Myanmar) is compulsory for studies for the Koyins as they get older, about 13- 17 years of age.
They receive an examination at the end of each level.
ENGLISH DHAMMA STUDIES
There are 3 levels of Dhammapada- Dhamma verses and stories expounded by the Buddha taught at Oo Yin Monastery.
Out of these 3, there are two levels:
- Basic Learners Standard and
- Higher Learner Standard
which receive examinations.
The Reading Dhamma in English subject is studying the text, “The Life of The Buddha”- Koyin Level
Uttamapurisa Dipani, a Great Discourse given by Venerable Ledi Sayadaw- Dhammacariya Level
Vissudhi Magga- The discourse on The Path of Purification- Dhammacariya Level
Pathamange Level
2 English/ Pali Texts
Grade 7 English Grammar Text and studying English Dhamma Text, “Life of The Buddha”
Pathamalet Level
2 English/ Pali Texts
Grade 9 English Grammar Text and Basic Dhammapada
Pathamaji Level
2 English/ Pali Texts
Grade 11 English Grammar Text and Higher Standard Dhammapada
Dhammacariya Level
2 English/ Pali Texts
Uttamapurisa Dipani, a Great Discourse given by Venerable Ledi Sayadaw.
Vissudhi Magga- The Great Discourse on The Path of Purification.
Sangha students in an English Dhammapada class.
Koyins on the outdoor exercise equipment, studying.
Some young Novice Monks exercising on the specially built exercise equipment which can be fund all around the monastery.
Sangha students in an English Dhammapada class