InsightVAULT– a centralised google site platform to enhance learning and assignment management for university students

This paper introduces InsightVAULT, an innovative Google Site designed to centralise learning resources and streamline academic engagement for university students. The primary objective of InsightVAULT is to serve as a one-stop digital platform where students can access essential course-related materials, acquire practical software skills, review past assignments, and submit current assignments efficiently. The platform is categorized into four main features: (1) Courses, which contains links to YouTube lecture videos, (2) Skills, which offers tutorials on using various academic software, (3) Archive, which directs students to Padlet pages with previous assignments, and (4) Submission, which facilitates assignment submission through Padlet or Google Docs. InsightVAULT is poised to significantly diminish the incidence of late submissions while concurrently enhancing access to lecture materials. The implementation of InsightVAULT enhances both teaching and learning experiences by improving accessibility, supporting self-paced learning, and reducing communication gaps between lecturers and students. This paper discusses the conceptualisation, development, and potential impact of the platform on higher education practices.