IIT Madras' SWAYAM Plus Collaborates with SmartBridge to Enhance Digital Learning

IIT Madras' SWAYAM Plus Collaborates with SmartBridge to Enhance Digital Learning

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New Delhi, Updated on Mar 12, 2024 16:03 IST

SmartBridge has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SWAYAM PLUS, in partnership with IIT Madras. As part of this alliance, SmartBridge will provide a wide variety of courses that correspond with levels 5 and 5.5 of NCRF. Get details here 

IIT Madras' SWAYAM Plus Collaborates with SmartBridge to Enhance Digital Learning

IIT Madras' SWAYAM Plus Collaborates with SmartBridge to Enhance Digital Learning

SmartBridge, a Veranda Learning enterprise has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SWAYAM PLUS, a project led by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in cooperation with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. This significant partnership represents a milestone for SmartBridge, reinforcing its dedication to connecting academic education with the ever-evolving requirements of the workforce.

IIT Madras Courses on SWAYAM Plus

Through this partnership, SmartBridge will provide an array of courses that encompass Artificial Intelligence, Applied Data Science, Backend Development using Java Spring Boot, Cyber Security Analyst, Android Application Development using Kotlin, and Android Application Development using Flutter. Six out of the 9 courses available on Swayam Plus are managed by SmartBridge. Each course is designed in accordance with levels 5 and 5.5 of the National Credit Framework (NCRF), offering students project-based learning experiences and eligibility for academic credit.

The SWAYAM Plus platform, operated by IIT Madras, will offer programs in important sectors such as energy, manufacturing, computer science and engineering, IT or ITES, management studies, and healthcare, among others. IIT Madras will be operating the SWAYAM Plus platform, leveraging its extensive experience as a founder institution of Swayam-NPTEL and the Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) platform. 

Dharmesh Pradhan, Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, said, “The National Education Policy (NEP) is on roll and for the first time, reputed industrial houses will be coming with their own academy, partnering with the UGC, esteemed education departments, and prestigious institutes like IIT Madras. All these courses will be accredited.”

Mr. Amarender Katkam, CEO of SmartBridge, said, “Our courses on the SWAYAM PLUS platform are meticulously designed to align with the most pressing industry needs. Emphasizing project-based learning, these courses offer practical experience and are tailored to specific roles, ensuring they meet the industry's requirements and are eligible for credits.”

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