Microsoft to Operate National MOOC Platform SWAYAM for Three Years
What happened
Microsoft agreed to operate the national Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) platform SWAYAM for a three-year period. The platform was initiated by the Ministry of Human Rights Development to provide accessible learning resources across various educational levels. Under the contract, Microsoft will operate the platform before handing it over to the All India Council for Technical Education.
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Why it matters
The contract involves Microsoft developing and operating the platform at a cost of Rs. 38 crores. SWAYAM is intended to bridge the educational and digital divide by ensuring learning resources are accessible in varying socio-economic sectors.
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Who's involved
- MicrosoftContracted to operate the SWAYAM platform for three years
- All India Council for Technical EducationStatutory body that will receive the platform after three years
- governmentGovernment body that initiated the national MOOC platform
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The entities involved
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Microsoft
American multinational technology corporation
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All India Council for Technical Education
statutory body and national-level council for technical education in India
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