scholarly journals Report on the seminar: An investigation of Calvin' s principles of Biblical interpretation

1998 ◽  
Vol 54 (1/2) ◽  
Author(s):  
B. G. Armstrong
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Biblical Interpretation ◽  
Valuable Insight ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The University ◽  
To Receive

This article serves as a report on the seminar on 'Calvin the Preacher', held at the University of Pretoria during the Fifth South-African Congres of Calvin Research. In the seminar, where various examples of Calvin's interpretation were discussed, the basic principles of Calvin's method were enumerated.  Although the discussions ranged far and wide, a valuable insight was gained in Calvin's methods. At the same time it became clear that Calvin's principles of Biblical interpretation had to receive more attention.

scholarly journals Theological education in an ecumenical context: Principles and procedures of the Pretoria model

2000 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 416-428
Author(s):  
C. J. Wethmar
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Theological Education ◽  
Tertiary Education ◽  
Transformation Process ◽  
Historical Background ◽  
New Faculty ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
Basic Characteristics ◽  
The University

During the past three years the Faculty of Theology at the University of Pretoria was involved in a profound process of transformation. In this article, the historical background of the faculty is briefly described as well as the basic characteristics of the present-day South African tertiary education scene in which this process took place. This is followed by an analysis of the basic principles and procedures of the transformation process. Special emphasis is placed on the ecumenical ideal that inspired the development of the new faculty.

scholarly journals Theology and higher education: The place of a Faculty of Theology at a South African university

2016 ◽  
Vol 72 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaco Beyers
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
South African ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Interreligious Dialogue ◽  
Faith Communities ◽  
African Society ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
South African Society ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The University

In 2017, the Faculty of Theology celebrates its centenary at the University of Pretoria. Celebrating a centennial is as much as looking back as looking forward. In a changing world with changing paradigms how does one remain relevant? Different challenges and expectations presented to tertiary institutions of education in a new dispensation puts all concerned with higher education in South Africa under pressure. The question addressed in this article is how will a Faculty of Theology (in this case at the University of Pretoria) remain relevant to such an extent that it is continued to be viewed as desirable to have such a faculty present at a university, participating in the academic process and simultaneously continues to contribute to the well-being of the South African society. The author suggests the following guidelines for consideration. In order to remain relevant for the next couple of hundred years the Faculty of Theology should engage contextually with society, practise interdisciplinary Theology, engage in interreligious dialogue while still remaining connected to faith communities. A paradigm of post-foundationalism enables Theology to exercise Theology in a relevant and meaningful manner.

Determining Selection Criteria for South African Dentistry Students

2003 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-65
Author(s):  
Liesel Ebersöhn ◽  
Jacobus G. Maree
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Selection Criteria ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Leadership Skills ◽  
Mathematical Science ◽  
Visual Spatial ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
Mechanical Ability ◽  
The University ◽  
Intellectual Potential

The aim of this study was to determine selection criteria for prospective dentistry students at the University of Pretoria. A study of the relevant literature was undertaken, and experts at universities in South Africa and Britain were interviewed. A job analysis questionnaire was used to identify the relevant job requirements that could serve as selection criteria. Potential selection criteria that were identified include physical potential (e.g. visual-spatial and mechanical ability), cognitive potential (e.g. above-average intellectual potential, aptitude in the mathematical, science and technical fields), personality (e.g. patience with routine activities and repetition) and interpersonal potential (e.g. communication and leadership skills). These criteria were used as the point of departure for designing a draft selection programme.

scholarly journals The 'Digital Access Divide' at a South African Dental School - A cross-sectional study - Part 1

2020 ◽  
Vol 75 (7) ◽  
pp. 373-376
Author(s):  
Thomas C Postma ◽  
Leanne M Sykes ◽  
André Uys ◽  
Paul Brandt ◽  
Elmine Crafford
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Targeted Interventions ◽  
Digital Devices ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The University

This study sought to investigate the digital divide, from an access perspective, of dental students at the University of Pretoria. Second to final year students (n= 218 (87.2% response rate) completed a custom-designed survey at the end of 2017. The investigation enquired about the digital devices and infra-structure they owned and used for study purposes. They were also asked to reveal the networks and resources they used to access online platforms and to comment on any other related access issues such as the quality of the Internet, speed and reliability, as well as cost and personal implications related to usage. A clear divide could be detected for a minority of students (±1/7). Individually targeted interventions will be required to ensure an equitable and fair online learning experience.

scholarly journals Admission of grade 12 learners with provisional or no matriculation endorsement to the Faculty of Education at the University of Pretoria

2002 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 83-89
Author(s):  
J. G. Maree ◽  
J. Grimbeek
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
African Society ◽  
Extreme Caution ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
South African Society ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
Admission Test ◽  
Faculty Of Education ◽  
The University

A number of variables are taken into account when decisions are taken regarding acceptance or non-acceptance of students to univer-sities and other tertiary institutions. Recent changes in South African society have compelled tertiary institutions to think innovatively about their nature and aims. This article looks at this challenge by investigating the achievement of so-called senate discretionary students (id est, students with either provisional or no matriculation endorsement, who were given permission by the senate to enrol) in the Education Faculty at the University of Pretoria. It is clear that these students’ m scores are fairly accurate predictors of achievement at university. However, care should be taken not to exclude certain students on account of insufficient m scores. Further-more, it seems as the practice of excluding students on account of insufficient admission test scores should be viewed with extreme caution and empathy.

scholarly journals Die oorgeblewe sendingtaak in Suid-Afrika

1987 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 182-205
Author(s):  
J. J. Kritzinger
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
South African ◽  
The South ◽  
Research Project ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The Future ◽  
Future Task ◽  
Contemporary Situation ◽  
The University ◽  
The Church

The remaining missionary task in South Africa This article is based on the results of a research project of the Institute for Missiological Research at the University of Pretoria which was recently concluded. The author and a team of co-workers researched practically the whole of South Africa in an endeavour to describe the contemporary situation of its population and the unfinished task of the church. The understanding of the missionary task which formed the basis of this project, and a sample of the kind of results obtained are illustrated in this article by means of 12 representative or typical scenarios which together indicate the dimensions of the future task for the South African church.

scholarly journals Leadership through theological education: Two case studies in South African history

2002 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 642-657
Author(s):  
G. A. Duncan ◽  
J. W. Hofmeyr
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
South African ◽  
Theological Education ◽  
Visionary Leadership ◽  
African History ◽  
Eastern Cape ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The University

The quality of visionary leadership requires serious attention in current South Africa, both because of its importance but also sometimes because of the lack of leadership in church and theological contexts. In the first section of this article, focus is placed on leadership in the Faculty of Theology (NG Kerk) at the University of Pretoria, and in the second section, on the leadership at the Lovedale Missionary Institution in the Eastern Cape. Finally, some comparisons and conditions are drawn.

scholarly journals A formative evaluation of a web-based tutorial

Curationis ◽  
2001 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
SM Meyer
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Formative Evaluation ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Nursing Science ◽  
National Qualifications Framework ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The University ◽  
New Education ◽  
And Training

Lecturers of the Department of Nursing Science of the University of Pretoria (UP) were requested to participate in an informal evaluation of a software program. The software evaluated were developed as a tutorial by the author of this article. The content of the tutorial concerns the current issues of the new education and training dispensation in South Africa, and specifically how to compile unit standards to meet the requirements of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). The purpose of the evaluation was to assess the quality of the software. Participants were provided with a questionnaire, as well as criteria for the evaluation of software as presented in literature and information on the Web. The feedback has been useful and suggestions made by the participants have been used to improve and add to the product.

The Torn Learning Sprockets: Stars in the Ascendant

2005 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 380-390 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. G. Maree
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
South African ◽  
Social Groups ◽  
Power Structure ◽  
Current Debate ◽  
Adverse Conditions ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The University

In this article we report on research-in-progress. A number of bright black youths are currently studying at the University of Pretoria, thriving in a project that seeks to address the challenges faced by so many children from South Africa who daily face adverse conditions in their struggle to gain education so that they can earn a decent living and contribute to the development of the country. Our article contemplates the multilayered challenges at a South African university signified by diversity. Our hope is to contribute to the current debate on developing a counselling mode giving recognition to social groups belonging to the middle and low ends of society's power structure — especially as played out in the domain of education and psychology.

A COMPOSER IN AFRICA: AN INTERVIEW WITH STEFANS GROVÉ

Tempo ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 61 (240) ◽  
pp. 20-27
Author(s):  
Stephanus Muller
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
South African ◽  
Summer School ◽  
Cape Town ◽  
Composition Class ◽  
University Of Pretoria ◽  
The University ◽  
Walter Piston

South African composer Stefans Grové celebrates his eighty-fifth birthday this year. Grové studied under Erik Chisholm in Cape Town, took his Master's at Harvard under Walter Piston and attended Aaron Copland's composition class at the Tanglewood Summer School. He taught for over a decade at the Peabody Institute in Baltimore before returning to South Africa in 1972. He is Composer in Residence at the University of Pretoria.

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