Which of the following is the "National Coordinator" of MOOCs for self-paced courses on SWAYAM portal?

Correct option is A

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) is the National Coordinator for self-paced courses on the SWAYAM portal. AICTE is responsible for providing MOOCs aimed at skill development, technical education, and teacher training. It ensures that these courses are aligned with industry requirements and meet the needs of learners seeking flexible learning options.
Information Booster 1. SWAYAM Portal: A government platform offering free online courses from school to university levels and skill enhancement.
2. National Coordinators for SWAYAM:
· AICTE: Skill-based and self-paced technical courses.
· UGC: Higher education (non-technical courses).
· NPTEL: Engineering and technical courses for students and professionals.
· IGNOU: Courses for distance learners and adult education.
3. AICTE ensures flexibility in learning, catering to a wide range of professional and technical skill requirements.
Additional Knowledge · UGC (b):
· Manages non-technical and degree-oriented programs.
· Ensures that courses meet university-level standards.
· NPTEL (c):
· Focused on providing technical courses developed by IITs and IISc.
· Not the primary coordinator for general self-paced courses.
· IGNOU (d):
· Focused on distance education programs.
· Emphasizes inclusivity and open education.