Curriculum Renewal Program at the University of the Free State
The Center for Teaching and Learning hosted the first cohort of staff members from academic and support departments as part of the curriculum renewal programme from 3-7 June 2024.
Mr. Mahlaga Molepo attended and completed the programme as part of the goal of renewing the curriculum for library/information literacy training offered in support of the academic project in the Faculty of Theology and Religion.
As part of the output from the curriculum renewal program, Mr Mahlaga Molepo created an integration map, a study guide, and a manual for the information literacy module offered to undergraduate students and embedded in the Introduction to the Old Testament (TOTT1513) in the Faculty of Theology and Religion.
Have you ever wondered how information literacy helps students at university complete their academic tasks?
The Embedded Information Literacy module aims to expand your knowledge about information literacy and its importance in your academic, professional, and personal life.
Information literacy is a field that integrates a student’s ability to reflect on the discovery of information, understand how information is produced and valued, and use the information to create new knowledge and think ethically about information use. You will learn how to identify, use, and evaluate information sources.
This module provides a comprehensive overview of information literacy and is embedded within the Introduction to the Old Testament (TOTT1513) module in the Faculty of Theology and Religion. Topics include: what is information literacy? The relationship between information literacy, technology, and information explosion, discover information platforms and data sources, information records and sources, and evaluation of information sources.
Research affects teaching in several ways. Firstly, results from research can inform new pedagogical approaches and the development of new learning materials in library training programs. Secondly, research can influence the redesign and renewal of library training materials to cater to diverse user needs. Research also helps identify gaps in library training practice and existing theories on library training.
The following peer-reviewed publications are a testimony to the importance of research in librarianship:
What is Kovsiecat?
To access the Library Catalogue (kovsiecat)
Electronic resources
Watch the video on how to access the electronic databases.
Main databases for theology and religion: