MUOnline is web-based program for offering via the Internet course materials files, communication, and activities. The information below will guide you to accessing your MUOnline courses and specific tools in each course.
A computer and Internet access are required.
For a list of computer requirements and plug-ins, please view http://www.marshall.edu/muonline/computer_requirements.asp
To access your MUOnline course please view http://www.marshall.edu/muonline/ecourse_firststeps.asp
Once logged in to your My MUOnline page, click the Check Browser, (accessible in the upper right corner). The Check Browser will test the compatibility of your browser
setup with
After accessing the tune-up link follow on-screen directions to check your browser and make any required updates. If you need technical assistance please contact the Marshall University Help Desk:
- (304) 696-3200 (
Huntington,
- (304) 746-1969 (
- (877) 689-8638 (Toll free)
From the Course List, click on the title of the course you wish to view.
Inside the course, on the left side is a menu of course tools.
On the main frame of the course will be a selection of icons which will house either collections of files and activities or learning modules to guide you through the activities you need to complete in the course.
Feel free to "click around" to become familiar with the online course environment. Sometime, instructors do not release all course content at the very beginning of the course so it is important to access the course on Day 1 and log-in everyday!
The instructors provide quality materials and enriching activities to help you meet the goals and objectives of the course. If you find yourself lost or have questions, contact your instructor for guidance or better yet, post a message on the Discussions tool. Chances are if you have a question about the class, your classmates will as well.
Course Tools and Their Functions
Instructor may choose to use a few, some, or all of the available tools in MUOnline.
The following tools will provide course information:
| Announcements | Calendar | Goals |
| Learning Modules | Media Library | My Files |
| My Grades | My Progress | Roster |
| Search | Syllabus | Web Links |
The following tools may ask for your interaction and/or input. Click the linked items for details (in a printable view) of how to use these tools.
| Assessments (quizzes and surveys) | Assignments | Chat |
| Discussions | Who's Online |
It is strongly recommended you work on these activities throughout the course timeline and not wait to complete these tasks. Many instructors will place specific due dates and time frames on activities. Please review the syllabus and schedule (if available) for details.
Icons (images) on the course content (homepage) will include information to course content and may link to a specific course activity. Please review each icon as each will include important course information. Pay close attention to due dates and complete work on time.
You also have access to a footer bar at the bottom of the homepage. The footer includes links to a variety of Marshall University resources, including:
- College or department web site
- MUOnline Help
- Help Desk
- Library
- Course Evaluation
- Bookstore
- Tutoring Center
- Writing Center
- Disability Services
- Tips for Succeeding in an Online Course