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About MERLOT

MERLOT is a web-based collection of curated online teaching and learning materials. The system provides access to learning resources and content creation tools to support teaching and learning, led by an international community of educators, learners, and researchers.

You can search the collection by materials or members, use advanced search options, and browse materials through academic discipline and support portals. Academic discipline portals, support portals, and partner information are also listed. You can also submit online learning materials you have found or created, and use Content Builder to build accessible, multi-page websites. Signing up allows you to create materials, add to the collection, and take part in the community.

The site suits educators, learners, and researchers who need teaching materials or support resources, and those who want to share materials they have found or created.

Key features

  • Search curated online teaching and learning materials
  • Advanced search by materials and members
  • Browse materials via academic discipline portals
  • Submit online materials you found or created
  • Build multi-page websites with Content Builder
Best for: Educators, learners, and researchers seeking curated online teaching and learning materials.
Good for
  • Curated collection focused on teaching and learning
  • Advanced material and member search options
  • Free Content Builder for multi-page websites
  • Members can submit and share materials

MERLOT at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
Free
Platforms
Web
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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MERLOT FAQ

What is MERLOT?
MERLOT provides access to curated online learning and support materials and content creation tools. It is led by an international community of educators, learners, and researchers.
How do I add a material to MERLOT?
You can submit an online learning material you found or created to the MERLOT Collection. Sign up or log in to create materials and add them to the collection.
What is Content Builder?
Content Builder is a tool to build accessible, multi-page websites. The site describes it as entirely free.
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