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NSDC Partners with Axim to Boost Open edX

March 27, 2025
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National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) partnered with Axim Collaborative, a non-profit organization, to enhance the Open edX open-source software Platform and drive innovation in education and skill ecosystem to empower youths. Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC and MD of NSDC International, and Ms. Stephanie Khurana, CEO of Axim Collaborative, signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 20th March 2025. This partnership marks a significant leadership stride from NSDC towards utilising digital solutions for skill development and vocational training. The partnership will support advancement of the Open edX Project, a global open-source learning management system and community for online teaching and learning, by providing leadership and technical support. The collaboration includes sharing knowledge, expanding the Open edX ecosystem, establishing new partnerships, and driving digital innovation. Additionally, NSDC will join the Open edX Technical Oversight Committee to further enhance the platform's capabilities. Both the organizations also intend to pursue innovations in important areas such as AI-enhanced teaching and learning, content modularity, credential recognition, digital wallets, mobile learning experiences, open-source learning platforms, and results-driven funding. HR Technology Insights: Cisco and University of Ottawa Equip Engineering Students with Job-Ready IT and Cybersecurity Skills "NSDC is not merely pondering the what ifs—we are making them real. With bold strides, we are breaking barriers, building pathways, and transforming education into what it must be," Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC, added. "We believe this collaboration will significantly enhance our efforts in vocational training and skill development. By contributing to the Open edX platform, we can provide better learning opportunities and prepare a future-ready workforce."

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"This partnership underscores our commitment to making learning more accessible, relevant, and effective across the globe," said Stephanie Khurana, CEO of Axim Collaborative. "By deepening our collaboration with NSDC, we aim to expand the reach and capabilities of the Open edX platform, empowering millions to advance their lives through education. By sharing insights on NSDC's effective education policies, upskilling strategies, and workforce models, we seek to build stronger education-to-work pipelines that anticipate future workforce needs—ensuring individuals and communities thrive in a rapidly evolving world." HR Technology Insights: Energage Partners With Retensa to Boost Employee Retention Insights To participate in our interviews, please write to our HRTech Media Room at sudipto@intentamplify.com Source: PR Newswire

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