This article provides an overview of an open and distance learning (ODL) honours
online research methodology module. The module was developed to address
the requirements of the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
for the new Programme Quality Mix (PQM) honours degrees. This semester
module involves 15 active weeks of learning, culminating in the submission of
a Portfolio of Evidence summative assessment task. Specific features of the
module are described to illustrate how teaching the content was approached
in an ODL context. The aim of the approach followed was to enhance student
motivation, while maintaining consistent progress in achieving the required
learning outcomes throughout the semester. Initial results and student feedback
are presented.