Saylor Academy and SR University have recently partnered to offer more flexible tuition-free and low-cost learning opportunities for SR University’s communities.
Saylor Academy is a non-profit initiative that believes that education should be accessible to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. As part of our mission, we partner with organizations worldwide to help educate communities so they can improve their lives. Saylor partners with universities as well as nonprofits, NGOs and government entities, to promote skill development worldwide.
The Saylor Academy and SR University Partnership
In support of this mission, SR University and Saylor Academy will leverage Saylor Academy’s courses to help students build critical 21st century skills. These courses earn free certificates that students can display on LinkedIN, post on Facebook or Twitter or link to in a website or personal portfolio.
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SR University and Saylor Academy both recognize that people face complex barriers to education and skills, not least of which are time and financial resources. This partnership allows students to develop key skills on-demand, and will help them become even more competitive once they enter the marketplace.
”Saylor Academy’s partnership with SR University is an exciting collaboration” stated Dr. Sheila Jagannathan, Deputy Executive Director for Global Strategy, of Saylor Academy. “ SR University will use Saylor Academy’s self-paced courses to promote 21st century skill development among its students.”
”SR University is pleased to collaborate with Saylor Academy. This partnership ensures our students are prepared for 21st century work with a wide variety of skilled learning.”
Dr. Deepak Garg, Vice Chancellor of SR University
About Saylor Academy
Saylor Academy is a nonprofit initiative committed to making education accessible and affordable to all who need it. We are doing so by creating free online courses, created by credentialed professors with teaching experience as well as industry-leading credentials. Our courses are available for anyone to take at their own pace, and earn certificates or university credits to help them graduate or gain employment faster, and improve their and their families’ futures. We do not charge institutions to partner with us, and are always looking for like-minded organizations to expand our mission further.
To learn how to partner with Saylor Academy, please contact Dr. Sheila Jagannathan, Deputy Executive Director for Global Strategy, at sheila.jagannathan (at) saylor.org.
About SR University
SR University (SRU) is a State Private University in Warangal, Telangana, spread over 150 acres of lush greencampus having ~9000 students, ~900 staff, 140+ Programs across five Schools, namely Computer Science andArtificial Intelligence, Engineering, Business, Agriculture, Sciences and Humanities.NIRF: One of the youngest universities to attain 98 NIRF Rank in Engineering in 2023 (91 in 2022) and is in101-150 rank band in university category. NBA: All UG programs (B. Tech CSE, ECE, EEE, ME & CE) areNBA Accredited in Tier-I category. Startup Ecosystem: Hosts a Technology Business Incubator (SRIX)sponsored by NSTEDB, DST, Govt of India. Till now 84 Start-ups (8 women startups) incubated with total valuation of 100+ Crore. Prime names are Zithara Technologies, Hilbrands Technologies and VMS HealthcareSolutions. Recognized as Startup Hub- TIDE 2.0 Centre by Govt of India. All India 1st Rank in Private in AtalRanking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA20).The goal of SR University is to create an innovative learning educational ecosystem whose graduates significantly contribute to the growth of Telangana and India. Alongside our esteemed Chancellor, Sri A.Varada Reddy, a pioneer in providing high-quality education, Pro-Chancellor Sri A. Madhukar Reddy serves as the General Secretary of Sri Rajeshwara Educational Society, old consortium of educational institutions overseeing SR University. Also serving as Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Deepak Garg, a proficient administrator and distinguished Artificial Intelligence professor, recognized as one of the foremost voices in the country onAI.SR University offers diverse academic programs across several schools, including Engineering, ComputerScience & AI, Business, Design, and Agriculture. The programs are designed to provide students with a strong theoretical foundation combined with hands-on experience. The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, research, and innovation, with opportunities for industry collaboration. Special programs like integrated courses, minors, and research-oriented tracks are also available, preparing students for both academic and industry careers.