VU Online secures 'Double Platinum' at the 2024 LearnX Awards
Victoria University (VU) Online has once again proven its leadership in online education, claiming two prestigious Platinum awards at the 2024 LearnX Awards.
This marks the fourth consecutive year that VU Online has won the coveted Best Online Learning Model award, alongside the Best eLearning Project award for its trailblazing Learning Design Team.
Setting the standard in online education
The Platinum award for Best Online Learning Model recognises organisations that implement innovative online learning strategies to drive talent development. For VU Online, this accolade highlights its award-winning academic student support model and commitment to delivering high-quality online education.
Associate Professor Leicha Keate, Associate Dean of Learning and Teaching at VU Online, praised the team’s ongoing dedication:
At VU Online, we are committed to providing personalised academic support for our students, seven days a week. These awards highlight our outstanding achievements in online education and celebrate the tireless efforts of our team. Leading the way in online higher education is a responsibility we take great pride in, and it’s an honour to have our work recognised.
Innovating through cutting-edge eLearning Design
The Platinum award for Best eLearning Project celebrates VU Online’s innovative approach to eLearning, led by the Learning Design Team. The team developed an immersive and interactive course using simulations delivered as three interconnected minisodes. This groundbreaking approach prioritised best practices in UX design, avoiding redundancy while fostering deeper engagement.
Jannine Taylor, Learning Designer at VU Online, emphasised the significance of this achievement:
Winning Platinum for Best eLearning Project is a milestone for us. This award showcases our creative use of interactive scenarios to enrich the online learning experience. It’s wonderful to see our dedication and innovation recognised on such a prominent stage.
Matthew Botterill, Learning Designer, shared his pride in the team’s accomplishments:
Our vision revolves around creating high-quality, innovative learning materials and interactive activities. These awards affirm our commitment to leading the sector in delivering exceptional online education experiences.
Brian Hicarte, Associate Learning Experience Designer, highlighted the team’s forward-thinking approach:
By crafting immersive, real-world scenarios and leveraging AI-driven interactives, we are pushing the boundaries of online education. These awards underline our commitment to impactful, engaging learning experiences.
A testament to excellence
The LearnX Awards program celebrates excellence in workplace learning, talent development, and educational innovation. VU Online’s success underscores its unwavering commitment to advancing interactive and world-class online learning experiences, combining creativity, cutting-edge technology, and dedication to student success.
The two LearnX Platinum awards complement VU Online winning the 2024 Association for Tertiary Education Management (ATEM) Award for Student Engagement that recognises VU Online for its innovative model of online academic student support that stands out in the sector.
Winning these Platinum awards reaffirms VU Online’s position as a trailblazer in online education, setting a benchmark for quality and innovation across the Higher Education sector in Australia and globally.
