Monash Online Learning Hub (MOLH)

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Evidence · 2 claims (2 for) · 1 study (1 design), q2 · 0 of 1 report an effect size · 2 claims rest on one study

Description

The Monash Online Learning Hub (MOLH) is a university-wide online orientation resource for students studying in online, blended, off-campus, distance, and flexible modes. Built in Articulate Rise 360 and embedded within the existing on-campus orientation platform (Monash Essentials), it comprises eight sections, including six content sections: Welcome to MOLH, Start Here, Learn Online, Study Effectively, Stay Well & Connected, and Graduation & Beyond. The site aims to consolidate existing resources, reduce duplication, and support student induction, belonging, and well-being.

Design Implications

Context

Requirements

• Developed through a cross-faculty community of practice working group with an appointed Educational Designer leading content development.

Constraints

• Course-specific resources were excluded as beyond the project's scope; innovative ideas (e.g., AI and VR features) were set aside for feasibility and cohesion with the on-campus equivalent.

Target Learners

• Online, blended, off-campus, distance, and flexible-mode university students

Learning Goals

• Online learning preparation
• Digital literacy
• Academic and well-being support
• Sense of belonging and community

Claims

• Formative evaluation by staff and students rated the MOLH positively on usability, content, and engagement. [+W]
• A baseline survey of online course stakeholders found widespread duplication of orientation resources across courses, reflecting siloed development. [+W]

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Key Sources

• Garivaldis, F. J., Chung, J., Braganza, L., Arulkadacham, L., Sharma, R., Reupert, A., McKenzie, S., Rose, G., Gupta, T., Aziz, Z., Mowbray, T., Ilic, D., & Mundy, M. (2022). Out of sight, but not out of mind: a case study of the collaborative development of a university-wide orientation resource for online students. Education Tech Research Dev, 70, 531–558. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11423-022-10090-3

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