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Research paper thumbnail of Advances made by the University of the Western Cape in the support of remote online teaching and learning for student success and access

Research paper thumbnail of Leadership in Education: The Impact of Leadership on the Successful Implementation and Support of Remote Teaching, Learning and Assessment

EDULEARN Proceedings

The stimulus of collective leadership across all faculties is pertinent to the successful impleme... more The stimulus of collective leadership across all faculties is pertinent to the successful implementation and assessment of sustainable remote teaching and learning support. This study identified the role leadership had at a Higher Education Institution (HEI) in South Africa. Of particular interest was the collective leadership shown at all levels across academic faculties, departments, and professional support teams to ensure that remote teaching and learning were sustainable. A mixed-method research approach was used, in which qualitative and quantitative methods were applied. Leaders agreed that the influence of leadership affected the implementation and support of remote teaching and learning for students both negatively and positively. The findings of the study agreed with other research conducted in this field. The researchers concluded that the perceived sustainability of remote teaching and learning depends on HEI leaders' continuous review of programmes. This will ensure that improvements in the alignment of processes, technology and student-centricity are maintained.

Research paper thumbnail of Awareness Campaign': A Necessity for the Adoption of E-Learning at a HEI In South Africa

editlib.org, 2007

Juliet Stoltenkamp, Carolynne Kies & Kobus Smit University of the Western Cape Private Bag X17, B... more Juliet Stoltenkamp, Carolynne Kies & Kobus Smit University of the Western Cape Private Bag X17, Bellville 7535 South Africa jstoltenkamp@uwc.ac.za, ckies@uwc.ac.za, ksmit@uwc.ac.za ... This paper reports on an implementation of e-Learning in a HEI in South Africa with ...

Research paper thumbnail of Towards an Online Institutional Tutor Programme at a Higher Institution of Learning

Research paper thumbnail of Integrated Marketing Communications and Their Application to the Open Education Field

Frameworks for Promotion and Communication

This section of the book is going to provide discussion on the utilisation of the knowledge econo... more This section of the book is going to provide discussion on the utilisation of the knowledge economy in the information age has been promoted by various tools both for communication and marketing purposes. ICTs have proven their propensity to influence the flow, acquisition, and dissemination of information across the globe. The business and education sectors have been the most conspicuous of all beneficiaries of ICT applications, especially in the fast-globalising environment where interaction has become a necessity and an obligation rather than leisure. Enhanced tools for marketing and communication purposes have been coined whose efficacy and efficiency are unprecedented. Among those communication and marketing tools that will inform the basis of this chapter will be the blog whose introduction into the ICT interface has livened communication and interaction among users. This chapter will therefore deliberate on the various marketing tools and their application to open education, with prevalence being on the blog tool.

Research paper thumbnail of Show-Casing Indicators to a Changing Organizational Culture Through the Development of an Integrated Elearning Model: Indications of a Changing Organisational Culture at the University of the Western Cape (Uwc)

Problems of Education in the 21st Century, 2012

The adoption of technology to enhance teaching and learning in Higher Education Institutions (HEI... more The adoption of technology to enhance teaching and learning in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) has resulted in institutions having to contend with dynamic changes emanating from the increasing demands to change and improve upon the traditional modes of instruction. This has put pressure on HEIs to implement organisational cultural changes as they seek to incorporate technology in their teaching and learning discourses. The place of models within the education discourse has been more pronounced in recent years in response to the increasing call for practitioners to deliver quality education. The principal thrust of this paper therefore is to highlight the main developmental phases towards the creation of an integrated eLearning model as it seeks to influence organisational cultural change within a case-study of HEI learning environment at the University of the Western Cape for the period September 2005 – October 2011. It is a challenge to move an organisation, particularly a lar...

Research paper thumbnail of Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts: Harnessing Technology for Enhanced Learning Achievement

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY, 2010

December 2010 Vol. 7. No. 12. 3 Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts: Harnessing Technology for Enhanced Learni... more December 2010 Vol. 7. No. 12. 3 Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts: Harnessing Technology for Enhanced Learning Achievement through Powerful Web Tools Jephias Mapuva, Juliet Stoltenkamp and Loveness Muyengwa South Africa Abstract Technology and the employment of etools ...

Research paper thumbnail of Course for Educators: Designing an Instructional Event Centre for Innovative Educational and Communication Technologies (Ciect) University of the Western Cape

The Centre for Innovative Educational and Communication Technologies (CIECT) at the University of... more The Centre for Innovative Educational and Communication Technologies (CIECT) at the University of the Western Cape designed and developed a blended learning course for teacher-educators, namely: Designing an Instructional Event. The course is registered with the South African Quality Authority (SAQA) at a National Qualification Framework (NQF), Level 6. Research indicates that, online courses (popularly known as eLearning) can enhance face-to-face interaction. However, there is need for the selection of the relevant eLearning Tools (eTools) and the application of sound ePedagogical Practices. This course aimed at demonstrating how to make use of various eTools to supplement the traditional face-to-face approaches. By the end of the course, the teacher-educators were expected to: (i) explain the current trends in eLearning and how they affect the teaching practice; (ii) understand the educational philosophies that could inform the online teaching/learning/instructional practices; (ii...

Research paper thumbnail of Institutionalising the ELearning Division at the University of the Western Cape (UWC): Lessons Learnt

International Journal of …, 2007

Universities need to re-align teaching and learning in response to advances in educational techno... more Universities need to re-align teaching and learning in response to advances in educational technology. The University of the Western Cape (UWC) established an Elearning Division (ED) in May 2005 which has experienced rapid growth. In this paper, we present the role ...

Research paper thumbnail of Factors that impede the successful implementation of e-learning strategy

World Conference on …, 2004

E-learning is now widely recognised as a viable vehicle for education in institutions of higher l... more E-learning is now widely recognised as a viable vehicle for education in institutions of higher learning, as evidenced by the number of renowned academic institutions that now offer e-learning courses. Corporate South Africa has realised this, and has embarked on a similar course of action. On the basis of a study involving a number of South African organisations, some factors were found to be crucial for the successful implementation of e-learning strategy, and the performance of the organisations selected for the study was measured against requirements for the successful integration of e-learning. The purpose of the study on which this paper is based was to investigate the integration of e-learning into the corporate training environment of a number of South African organisations. The research question that the study set out to answer is: What are crucial issues for the integration of e-learning into the corporate training environment in South African organisations?

Research paper thumbnail of Showcasing Indicators to a Changing Organizational Culture Through the Development of an Integrated Elearning Model Indications of a Changing Organisational Culture at the University of the Western Cape Uwc

Problems of education in the 21st century, Mar 5, 2012

Green Management System (GMS) is an effort to protect the environment. With the depletion of natu... more Green Management System (GMS) is an effort to protect the environment. With the depletion of natural resources, the protection of the environment is not only limited to a small part of its corporate social responsibility, but it must be a model in business organizations. Model GMS-oriented environment, will systematically affect the company in reducing waste, reducing the use of natural resources, reduce pollution and continuously monitoring the purpose of creating business results were positive for all stakeholders. Modern business travel will continue to come under pressure from the environment and the realization of the company's sustainability strategy, the managers began to review the possibility of implementation of GMS in the management system of the organization; directs the management of the organization, developing technologies to reduce adverse environmental impact and develop the production of green (green production) more rational and cost-effective. Development and implementation of green policies in environmental management becomes an important part of the transformation of business management functions in optimizing the use of GMS to improve corporate performance and benefits for environmental sustainability. Direct implications for the development and implementation of environmental protection in the modern business organization in accordance with modern green standards and the principles of environmental sustainability and a company associated with the creation of the organization, program and structure, education and training of human resources will enable the transfer and dissemination of knowledge for environmental protection.

Research paper thumbnail of The Perception of Digital Academic Literacy Tutors during the COVID-19 Pandemic at the University of the Western Cape

International Journal of Technology in Education and Science, 2022

The abrupt transition in teaching and learning styles and the challenges faced by online tutors a... more The abrupt transition in teaching and learning styles and the challenges faced by online tutors as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic are increasing areas of research. At the University of the Western Cape (UWC) preparing for the transition had an impact on tutors who had to make major adjustments to their tutoring. The research presented here investigated the perceptions of tutors and the challenges they faced by restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic as they adapted to teaching remotely, and the limitations of access to online resources. A mainly qualitative approach with an element of triangulation was followed, in which qualitative and quantitative methods were applied. All participants agreed that the abrupt transition to online teaching and learning highlighted the type of conversations that should take place to fast track processes and provide greater online resources and support for tutors. These findings agreed with research conducted by international scholars. More re...

Research paper thumbnail of Rolling-Out Podcasting to the Masses: A Case Study of the University of the Western Cape

This paper reports on the eLearning institutional podcast project of the University of the Wester... more This paper reports on the eLearning institutional podcast project of the University of the Western Cape (UWC). The project represents a pioneering attempt by UWC being amongst the first of its kind to be rolled-out to large classrooms in South Africa. A qualitative approach was predominantly used. The case study methodology was uniquely applied in this paper because it was used in collaboration with documentary analysis, observations and surveys to highlight the achievements and challenges encountered in the implementation of the project. This large scale podcast project targeted both lecturers and students and aimed to enable learners to create podcasts; edit the recording via open source software - Audacity; export the podcast as an MP3 file; and upload it into the online environment. These eTools skills training processes are directly linked to the students’ fieldwork within their respective disciplines. The authors highlight the benefits of the project in terms of practices in various disciplines; communication skills and the use of eTools. Furthermore, specific challenges related to implementation processes with regards to roll-out to the large student populations are uncovered and lessons of experience explored.

Research paper thumbnail of The design, development & implementation of an In-house SRS to enhance the teaching & learning experience: Case-study of the University of the Western Cape

The Centre for Innovative Education & Communication Technologies at UWC has designed a St... more The Centre for Innovative Education & Communication Technologies at UWC has designed a Student Response System (SRS), which will enable students to respond electronically to questions posed by the lecturer during a class or for homework. The development of this SRS, utilising students’ mobile devices, will increase accessibility and enhance the teaching & learning experience. As SRS is web based, the majority of mobile devices are compatible. Quizzes are cached to the device so students may respond when no internet connectivity is present, & the answers are synchronised when Wi-Fi is available. In addition, student profiling takes place on a student's device itself. This allows targeted quizzes & tutorials to be sent to students, customised to the needs of the student. Furthermore, the SRS will be integrated into the institutional LMS. Two groups from Science Faculty have been selected for study to explore the efficacy of the SRS, aligned to learning theories & national HE imperatives.

Research paper thumbnail of Experiences in Assessment of Students in a Large-scale Digital Literacy Programme at a Higher Institution of Learning

International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 2020

Research paper thumbnail of E-Tools and the Globalised World of Learning and Communication

Contemporary Educational Technology, 2010

The utilization of the knowledge economy in the information age has been promoted by various tool... more The utilization of the knowledge economy in the information age has been promoted by various tools developed both for communication and marketing purposes. Information and communication technologies (ICTs) have proved their propensity to influence the flow, acquisition and dissemination of information across the globe. The business and education sectors have been the most conspicuous of all beneficiaries of ICT applications, especially in the fast-globalizing environment where interaction has become a necessity and an obligation rather than leisure. Enhanced tools for education, marketing and communication purposes have been coined with unprecedented efficacy and efficiency. Some of these technologies (e.g. blogs) have even livened communication and interaction among users. This paper will therefore focus on various e-tools and their application to open education, with prevalence being on the blog tool.

Research paper thumbnail of ePedagogy as a threshold concept: a reflection on a programme for Science Teaching Assistants

International Journal for Academic Development, 2017

A Science Teaching Assistant (TA) Programme, at the University of the Western Cape (UWC), focused... more A Science Teaching Assistant (TA) Programme, at the University of the Western Cape (UWC), focused on preparing promising lecturers. A key component of this programme was the contribution by the Centre for Innovative Education and Communication Technologies (CIECT), which promoted the pedagogical adoption of eTools to assist development of Science TAs. A questionnaire enabled TAs to reflect on the eTools and CIECT's sessions. The authors reflect on academic developer roles in higher education. Within CIECT's contribution, ePedagogy was identified as a threshold concept that the TAs found challenging, but that could lead to transformed and improved teaching and learning.

Research paper thumbnail of An Integrated eLearning Model: Indications of a changing organizational culture at the University of the Western Cape (UWC)

The introduction of technology has been to augment the traditional teaching methods and not to re... more The introduction of technology has been to augment the traditional teaching methods and not to replace them. As eLearning takes root at the institution, the eLearning unit is able to highlight the factors which contribute to successful implementation. The impact of these factors is supported by quantitative results, namely: the number of lecturers who voluntarily adopt eLearning practices; the number of online modules within the home-grown Open Source eLearning system; and the use of collaborative and assessment eTools. This paper seeks to tell the enduring story of how technology has emerged as one of the most sought after tools in teaching and learning in HEIs with special reference to the University of the Western Cape in South Africa. Social responsiveness has also informed the objectives of the institution in its so journey towards improving ICT competencies among its constituency.

Research paper thumbnail of Turnitin Adoption and Application at a HEI: A Developmental Approach

Creative Education, 2014

Issues of plagiarism are mutual debates across Higher Education Institutions (HEI). As a result, ... more Issues of plagiarism are mutual debates across Higher Education Institutions (HEI). As a result, institutions have employed software detection tools as a measure to deter such unacceptable academic practices. This study explores experiences related to the adoption and implementation of Turnitin (Tii) perspective through a developmental approach at a HEI, namely, the University of the Western Cape (UWC), South Africa, during the period 2010 January to 2013 June. A case study approach was adopted targeting the lecturers, their assistants and Centre for Innovative Educational and Communication Technologies (CIECT) Tii support team members. Qualitative research design was applied. This was in addition to an analysis of data collected from post-Tii training workshop evaluation questionnaires, and random email enquiries and responses between lecturers and the CIECT team on Tii matters. The paper reflects on the slow uptake of Tii by the lecturers, which is worrisome as the students are dependent on their commitment. The support team encourages a developmental, rather than a punitive approach. Students need to be encouraged by their lecturers to submit assignments and subsequently improve on their academic writing according to originality reports retrieved from Tii. The researchers hope that these findings would highlight the importance of the dissemination of an anti-plagiarism document which will enable plagiarism discourse.

Research paper thumbnail of Lessons Learnt: Support Interventions during a Blended Course for Teacher-Educators from Urban and Rural Settings

Creative Education, 2014

This comparative case study research focused on the design and delivery of a blended Programme fo... more This comparative case study research focused on the design and delivery of a blended Programme for professional working teacher-educators from both urban and rural settings. The overall purpose of the Programme was to enhance the educators' Information Communication Technologies (ICT) skills, with emphasis on eTools for supporting teachingand-learning methodologies. Two groups of teacher-educators undertook the course as part of their Professional Development (PD). For the educators situated in the rural setting, the course was integrated into their Bachelor of Education (Honours) Degree Programme. A strong facilitation and support approach was maintained throughout the Programme to encourage self-directed learning. A case study approach was adopted to explore the experiences in the overall implementation and impact of the Programme. The research reflects on the findings which include: Programme design and structure; critical face-to-face interaction; access to resources impact time management; design a support structure for the monitoring and evaluation of the Programme; educators as self-directed learners; eTools enhance teaching-and-learning methodologies; and personal barriers which hinder Programme commitment.

Research paper thumbnail of Advances made by the University of the Western Cape in the support of remote online teaching and learning for student success and access

Research paper thumbnail of Leadership in Education: The Impact of Leadership on the Successful Implementation and Support of Remote Teaching, Learning and Assessment

EDULEARN Proceedings

The stimulus of collective leadership across all faculties is pertinent to the successful impleme... more The stimulus of collective leadership across all faculties is pertinent to the successful implementation and assessment of sustainable remote teaching and learning support. This study identified the role leadership had at a Higher Education Institution (HEI) in South Africa. Of particular interest was the collective leadership shown at all levels across academic faculties, departments, and professional support teams to ensure that remote teaching and learning were sustainable. A mixed-method research approach was used, in which qualitative and quantitative methods were applied. Leaders agreed that the influence of leadership affected the implementation and support of remote teaching and learning for students both negatively and positively. The findings of the study agreed with other research conducted in this field. The researchers concluded that the perceived sustainability of remote teaching and learning depends on HEI leaders' continuous review of programmes. This will ensure that improvements in the alignment of processes, technology and student-centricity are maintained.

Research paper thumbnail of Awareness Campaign': A Necessity for the Adoption of E-Learning at a HEI In South Africa

editlib.org, 2007

Juliet Stoltenkamp, Carolynne Kies & Kobus Smit University of the Western Cape Private Bag X17, B... more Juliet Stoltenkamp, Carolynne Kies & Kobus Smit University of the Western Cape Private Bag X17, Bellville 7535 South Africa jstoltenkamp@uwc.ac.za, ckies@uwc.ac.za, ksmit@uwc.ac.za ... This paper reports on an implementation of e-Learning in a HEI in South Africa with ...

Research paper thumbnail of Towards an Online Institutional Tutor Programme at a Higher Institution of Learning

Research paper thumbnail of Integrated Marketing Communications and Their Application to the Open Education Field

Frameworks for Promotion and Communication

This section of the book is going to provide discussion on the utilisation of the knowledge econo... more This section of the book is going to provide discussion on the utilisation of the knowledge economy in the information age has been promoted by various tools both for communication and marketing purposes. ICTs have proven their propensity to influence the flow, acquisition, and dissemination of information across the globe. The business and education sectors have been the most conspicuous of all beneficiaries of ICT applications, especially in the fast-globalising environment where interaction has become a necessity and an obligation rather than leisure. Enhanced tools for marketing and communication purposes have been coined whose efficacy and efficiency are unprecedented. Among those communication and marketing tools that will inform the basis of this chapter will be the blog whose introduction into the ICT interface has livened communication and interaction among users. This chapter will therefore deliberate on the various marketing tools and their application to open education, with prevalence being on the blog tool.

Research paper thumbnail of Show-Casing Indicators to a Changing Organizational Culture Through the Development of an Integrated Elearning Model: Indications of a Changing Organisational Culture at the University of the Western Cape (Uwc)

Problems of Education in the 21st Century, 2012

The adoption of technology to enhance teaching and learning in Higher Education Institutions (HEI... more The adoption of technology to enhance teaching and learning in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) has resulted in institutions having to contend with dynamic changes emanating from the increasing demands to change and improve upon the traditional modes of instruction. This has put pressure on HEIs to implement organisational cultural changes as they seek to incorporate technology in their teaching and learning discourses. The place of models within the education discourse has been more pronounced in recent years in response to the increasing call for practitioners to deliver quality education. The principal thrust of this paper therefore is to highlight the main developmental phases towards the creation of an integrated eLearning model as it seeks to influence organisational cultural change within a case-study of HEI learning environment at the University of the Western Cape for the period September 2005 – October 2011. It is a challenge to move an organisation, particularly a lar...

Research paper thumbnail of Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts: Harnessing Technology for Enhanced Learning Achievement

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY, 2010

December 2010 Vol. 7. No. 12. 3 Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts: Harnessing Technology for Enhanced Learni... more December 2010 Vol. 7. No. 12. 3 Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts: Harnessing Technology for Enhanced Learning Achievement through Powerful Web Tools Jephias Mapuva, Juliet Stoltenkamp and Loveness Muyengwa South Africa Abstract Technology and the employment of etools ...

Research paper thumbnail of Course for Educators: Designing an Instructional Event Centre for Innovative Educational and Communication Technologies (Ciect) University of the Western Cape

The Centre for Innovative Educational and Communication Technologies (CIECT) at the University of... more The Centre for Innovative Educational and Communication Technologies (CIECT) at the University of the Western Cape designed and developed a blended learning course for teacher-educators, namely: Designing an Instructional Event. The course is registered with the South African Quality Authority (SAQA) at a National Qualification Framework (NQF), Level 6. Research indicates that, online courses (popularly known as eLearning) can enhance face-to-face interaction. However, there is need for the selection of the relevant eLearning Tools (eTools) and the application of sound ePedagogical Practices. This course aimed at demonstrating how to make use of various eTools to supplement the traditional face-to-face approaches. By the end of the course, the teacher-educators were expected to: (i) explain the current trends in eLearning and how they affect the teaching practice; (ii) understand the educational philosophies that could inform the online teaching/learning/instructional practices; (ii...

Research paper thumbnail of Institutionalising the ELearning Division at the University of the Western Cape (UWC): Lessons Learnt

International Journal of …, 2007

Universities need to re-align teaching and learning in response to advances in educational techno... more Universities need to re-align teaching and learning in response to advances in educational technology. The University of the Western Cape (UWC) established an Elearning Division (ED) in May 2005 which has experienced rapid growth. In this paper, we present the role ...

Research paper thumbnail of Factors that impede the successful implementation of e-learning strategy

World Conference on …, 2004

E-learning is now widely recognised as a viable vehicle for education in institutions of higher l... more E-learning is now widely recognised as a viable vehicle for education in institutions of higher learning, as evidenced by the number of renowned academic institutions that now offer e-learning courses. Corporate South Africa has realised this, and has embarked on a similar course of action. On the basis of a study involving a number of South African organisations, some factors were found to be crucial for the successful implementation of e-learning strategy, and the performance of the organisations selected for the study was measured against requirements for the successful integration of e-learning. The purpose of the study on which this paper is based was to investigate the integration of e-learning into the corporate training environment of a number of South African organisations. The research question that the study set out to answer is: What are crucial issues for the integration of e-learning into the corporate training environment in South African organisations?

Research paper thumbnail of Showcasing Indicators to a Changing Organizational Culture Through the Development of an Integrated Elearning Model Indications of a Changing Organisational Culture at the University of the Western Cape Uwc

Problems of education in the 21st century, Mar 5, 2012

Green Management System (GMS) is an effort to protect the environment. With the depletion of natu... more Green Management System (GMS) is an effort to protect the environment. With the depletion of natural resources, the protection of the environment is not only limited to a small part of its corporate social responsibility, but it must be a model in business organizations. Model GMS-oriented environment, will systematically affect the company in reducing waste, reducing the use of natural resources, reduce pollution and continuously monitoring the purpose of creating business results were positive for all stakeholders. Modern business travel will continue to come under pressure from the environment and the realization of the company's sustainability strategy, the managers began to review the possibility of implementation of GMS in the management system of the organization; directs the management of the organization, developing technologies to reduce adverse environmental impact and develop the production of green (green production) more rational and cost-effective. Development and implementation of green policies in environmental management becomes an important part of the transformation of business management functions in optimizing the use of GMS to improve corporate performance and benefits for environmental sustainability. Direct implications for the development and implementation of environmental protection in the modern business organization in accordance with modern green standards and the principles of environmental sustainability and a company associated with the creation of the organization, program and structure, education and training of human resources will enable the transfer and dissemination of knowledge for environmental protection.

Research paper thumbnail of The Perception of Digital Academic Literacy Tutors during the COVID-19 Pandemic at the University of the Western Cape

International Journal of Technology in Education and Science, 2022

The abrupt transition in teaching and learning styles and the challenges faced by online tutors a... more The abrupt transition in teaching and learning styles and the challenges faced by online tutors as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic are increasing areas of research. At the University of the Western Cape (UWC) preparing for the transition had an impact on tutors who had to make major adjustments to their tutoring. The research presented here investigated the perceptions of tutors and the challenges they faced by restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic as they adapted to teaching remotely, and the limitations of access to online resources. A mainly qualitative approach with an element of triangulation was followed, in which qualitative and quantitative methods were applied. All participants agreed that the abrupt transition to online teaching and learning highlighted the type of conversations that should take place to fast track processes and provide greater online resources and support for tutors. These findings agreed with research conducted by international scholars. More re...

Research paper thumbnail of Rolling-Out Podcasting to the Masses: A Case Study of the University of the Western Cape

This paper reports on the eLearning institutional podcast project of the University of the Wester... more This paper reports on the eLearning institutional podcast project of the University of the Western Cape (UWC). The project represents a pioneering attempt by UWC being amongst the first of its kind to be rolled-out to large classrooms in South Africa. A qualitative approach was predominantly used. The case study methodology was uniquely applied in this paper because it was used in collaboration with documentary analysis, observations and surveys to highlight the achievements and challenges encountered in the implementation of the project. This large scale podcast project targeted both lecturers and students and aimed to enable learners to create podcasts; edit the recording via open source software - Audacity; export the podcast as an MP3 file; and upload it into the online environment. These eTools skills training processes are directly linked to the students’ fieldwork within their respective disciplines. The authors highlight the benefits of the project in terms of practices in various disciplines; communication skills and the use of eTools. Furthermore, specific challenges related to implementation processes with regards to roll-out to the large student populations are uncovered and lessons of experience explored.

Research paper thumbnail of The design, development & implementation of an In-house SRS to enhance the teaching & learning experience: Case-study of the University of the Western Cape

The Centre for Innovative Education & Communication Technologies at UWC has designed a St... more The Centre for Innovative Education & Communication Technologies at UWC has designed a Student Response System (SRS), which will enable students to respond electronically to questions posed by the lecturer during a class or for homework. The development of this SRS, utilising students’ mobile devices, will increase accessibility and enhance the teaching & learning experience. As SRS is web based, the majority of mobile devices are compatible. Quizzes are cached to the device so students may respond when no internet connectivity is present, & the answers are synchronised when Wi-Fi is available. In addition, student profiling takes place on a student's device itself. This allows targeted quizzes & tutorials to be sent to students, customised to the needs of the student. Furthermore, the SRS will be integrated into the institutional LMS. Two groups from Science Faculty have been selected for study to explore the efficacy of the SRS, aligned to learning theories & national HE imperatives.

Research paper thumbnail of Experiences in Assessment of Students in a Large-scale Digital Literacy Programme at a Higher Institution of Learning

International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 2020

Research paper thumbnail of E-Tools and the Globalised World of Learning and Communication

Contemporary Educational Technology, 2010

The utilization of the knowledge economy in the information age has been promoted by various tool... more The utilization of the knowledge economy in the information age has been promoted by various tools developed both for communication and marketing purposes. Information and communication technologies (ICTs) have proved their propensity to influence the flow, acquisition and dissemination of information across the globe. The business and education sectors have been the most conspicuous of all beneficiaries of ICT applications, especially in the fast-globalizing environment where interaction has become a necessity and an obligation rather than leisure. Enhanced tools for education, marketing and communication purposes have been coined with unprecedented efficacy and efficiency. Some of these technologies (e.g. blogs) have even livened communication and interaction among users. This paper will therefore focus on various e-tools and their application to open education, with prevalence being on the blog tool.

Research paper thumbnail of ePedagogy as a threshold concept: a reflection on a programme for Science Teaching Assistants

International Journal for Academic Development, 2017

A Science Teaching Assistant (TA) Programme, at the University of the Western Cape (UWC), focused... more A Science Teaching Assistant (TA) Programme, at the University of the Western Cape (UWC), focused on preparing promising lecturers. A key component of this programme was the contribution by the Centre for Innovative Education and Communication Technologies (CIECT), which promoted the pedagogical adoption of eTools to assist development of Science TAs. A questionnaire enabled TAs to reflect on the eTools and CIECT's sessions. The authors reflect on academic developer roles in higher education. Within CIECT's contribution, ePedagogy was identified as a threshold concept that the TAs found challenging, but that could lead to transformed and improved teaching and learning.

Research paper thumbnail of An Integrated eLearning Model: Indications of a changing organizational culture at the University of the Western Cape (UWC)

The introduction of technology has been to augment the traditional teaching methods and not to re... more The introduction of technology has been to augment the traditional teaching methods and not to replace them. As eLearning takes root at the institution, the eLearning unit is able to highlight the factors which contribute to successful implementation. The impact of these factors is supported by quantitative results, namely: the number of lecturers who voluntarily adopt eLearning practices; the number of online modules within the home-grown Open Source eLearning system; and the use of collaborative and assessment eTools. This paper seeks to tell the enduring story of how technology has emerged as one of the most sought after tools in teaching and learning in HEIs with special reference to the University of the Western Cape in South Africa. Social responsiveness has also informed the objectives of the institution in its so journey towards improving ICT competencies among its constituency.

Research paper thumbnail of Turnitin Adoption and Application at a HEI: A Developmental Approach

Creative Education, 2014

Issues of plagiarism are mutual debates across Higher Education Institutions (HEI). As a result, ... more Issues of plagiarism are mutual debates across Higher Education Institutions (HEI). As a result, institutions have employed software detection tools as a measure to deter such unacceptable academic practices. This study explores experiences related to the adoption and implementation of Turnitin (Tii) perspective through a developmental approach at a HEI, namely, the University of the Western Cape (UWC), South Africa, during the period 2010 January to 2013 June. A case study approach was adopted targeting the lecturers, their assistants and Centre for Innovative Educational and Communication Technologies (CIECT) Tii support team members. Qualitative research design was applied. This was in addition to an analysis of data collected from post-Tii training workshop evaluation questionnaires, and random email enquiries and responses between lecturers and the CIECT team on Tii matters. The paper reflects on the slow uptake of Tii by the lecturers, which is worrisome as the students are dependent on their commitment. The support team encourages a developmental, rather than a punitive approach. Students need to be encouraged by their lecturers to submit assignments and subsequently improve on their academic writing according to originality reports retrieved from Tii. The researchers hope that these findings would highlight the importance of the dissemination of an anti-plagiarism document which will enable plagiarism discourse.

Research paper thumbnail of Lessons Learnt: Support Interventions during a Blended Course for Teacher-Educators from Urban and Rural Settings

Creative Education, 2014

This comparative case study research focused on the design and delivery of a blended Programme fo... more This comparative case study research focused on the design and delivery of a blended Programme for professional working teacher-educators from both urban and rural settings. The overall purpose of the Programme was to enhance the educators' Information Communication Technologies (ICT) skills, with emphasis on eTools for supporting teachingand-learning methodologies. Two groups of teacher-educators undertook the course as part of their Professional Development (PD). For the educators situated in the rural setting, the course was integrated into their Bachelor of Education (Honours) Degree Programme. A strong facilitation and support approach was maintained throughout the Programme to encourage self-directed learning. A case study approach was adopted to explore the experiences in the overall implementation and impact of the Programme. The research reflects on the findings which include: Programme design and structure; critical face-to-face interaction; access to resources impact time management; design a support structure for the monitoring and evaluation of the Programme; educators as self-directed learners; eTools enhance teaching-and-learning methodologies; and personal barriers which hinder Programme commitment.

Research paper thumbnail of 'Digital Natives' Require Basic Digital Literacy Skills

This paper discusses a Digital Academic Literacy (DAL) Programme at the University of the Western... more This paper discusses a Digital Academic Literacy (DAL) Programme at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). It highlights the programme's response to and alignment with emerging South African Higher Education (HE) national policy imperatives and discourses which include, the effective integration of ICTs for teaching-and-learning; and the need to increase and continue large-scale targeted work. This specific student development programme is deliberated within a paradoxical context, where on the one hand there are claims by Marc Prensky that the Digital Natives use of ICTs are significantly increased from their predecessors; and on the other hand, many of these Digital Natives still require basic digital literacy training and support. The study highlights how gaining the necessary ICT support, better equips students to cope academically while, attaining skills which enhance employability. The researchers discuss the exponential growth of the DAL Programme, catering to first year students across departments, as well as the need for further expansion to accommodate all students who lack the necessary digital literacy skills to succeed at university. A mixed-method approach is adopted, using both quantitative and qualitative evidence. Data was retrieved from the intranet of the Centre for Innovative Education and Communication Technologies (CIECT) as well as, via an internet-based online survey. Other data includes student assessment results after engagement in the DAL Programme as well as, contributions by field experts. Moreover, the researchers highlight the importance of critical change management processes to ensure the sustainability and quality of the programme.

Research paper thumbnail of Designing a social work online self-coaching program: Integrated support and joint ownership

Cogent Education, 2017

The paper explores critical success factors (CSFs) in relation to the support structure for an on... more The paper explores critical success factors (CSFs) in relation to the support structure for an online self-coaching pilot project, by the Centre for Innovative Education and Communication Technologies of the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in South Africa, in collaboration with UWC's Social Work Department and the University of South Africa (Unisa). The CSFs focus on concepts of structure and agency. The research study is primarily qualitative but employs supporting quantitative data, and entails an interpretivist approach. The researchers highlight unfolding processes which led to an Instructional Designer (ID) taking on the role of an e-Coach within the pilot study. The importance of the creation of a well-designed environment to strengthen partnerships, and an effective learning pathway for student development is deliberated. The importance of the selection of appropriate eTools is emphasized in order to promote students' personal learning and eSkills. Moreover, the pilot project is aligned to national imperatives within a South African context, namely student " access " and " success ". We recommend the expansion of online self-coaching programs to social work students to assist with their self-development and growth.