Rolien Van Der Merwe

Experience

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  University of the Free State

  Jan 2015 - Feb 2017

  - Foundation phase, Intermediate phase and Further Education and Training phase modules• Implementing various active learning strategies in tutorials • Administering student attendance• Compiling and submitting session plans before every tutorial session• Developing and presenting engaging and educational lesson plans, programmes and materials• Supporting students from the Center for Universal Access and Disability Support• Liaising with colleagues and other key stakeholders to build strong working relationships Show less

  • Academic Literacy Facilitator

    Feb 2016 - Feb 2017

  • A_STEP and CUADS Tutor

    Jan 2015 - Dec 2016
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  University of the Free State

  Mar 2018 - Feb 2021

  Faculty of Education / Faculty of Health Sciences / Faculty of Theology and Religion• Implementing an exemplary and comprehensive blended-learning academic tutorial support programme • Conducting research and presenting findings on higher education-related matters• Coordinating and evaluating the placement of tutors• Designing an inclusive user-friendly online learning and training organisation on the official LMS• Compiling and submitting quarterly, semester and annual reports on content, processes and statistics of the tutorial programme • Developing budgets and monitoring spending for tutorials• Leading face-to-face, online and blended training process in the tutorial programme• Identifying training gaps, developing training content, coordinating training events and training tutors• Marketing tutorial programmes• Liaising with the Centre for Universal Access and Disability Support, to provide effective support to differently-abled students• Performing administrative duties for the Academic Student Tutorial and Excellence Programme• Presenting at university events such as Gateway and open days Show less • Collaborating with the Centre of Teaching and Learning’s director to enhance the quality of teaching and learning among tutors and students in various faculties• Organising training dates, developing and improving training materials• Checking all training content related to the Academic Student Tutorial and Excellence Programme • Reviewing, updating and ensuring the quality of portfolio outline and rubrics • Reviewing evaluation form templates and creating new templates to accommodate various tutoring modes• Consulting with key role-players to finalise evaluation form template, including ensuring the reliability and validity of results from the specific format• Consulting with an ICT expert on cleaning and interpreting evaluation data• Compiling reports on training, observations, and evaluations• Recommending sustainable tutoring and student learning processes• Scheduling and conducting regular meetings with key stakeholders Show less

  • Teaching and Learning Coordinator

    Jan 2017 - Feb 2021

  • Teaching and Learning Manager (Acting)

    Jul 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Chief Officer (Acting) - Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL)

    Mar 2018 - Jun 2018
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  University of the Free State

  Sept 2021 - Jul 2022

  • Teaching students using a systematic plan of lectures, demonstrations, discussion groups, case studies and individual or group projects in an Academic Literacy module face-to-face and online• Developing and presenting engaging and educational lesson material• Assessing assessment activities to evaluate students' progress and providing feedback to students• Utilising multiple platforms to effectively communicate and engage with students and peer facilitators• Providing M-Reader and iCAN extensive reading programme support for assigned student groups• Providing individualized tutorial or remedial support to students who require it• Data entry and meticulous record-keeping• Providing individualized tutorial or remedial support to students who require it• Engaging, motivating and supporting students in reaching their goals Show less • Implementing institutional and divisional procedures regarding design and development of blended and online learning modules• Supervising and allocating tasks to personnel• Supporting academic staff within the Faculty of Humanities in the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation of blended and online learning initiatives• Supporting staff in designing online course, assessments and course materials• Liaising with colleagues and other key stakeholders to build strong working relationships• Resolving enquiries from academic staff regarding teaching and learning design, including the official learning management system (LMS)• Performing various administrative tasks including marketing and document control• Developing training material related to the integration of technology into teaching and learning, including the use of the LMS• Presenting workshops, webinars and various training initiatives regarding learning and curriculum design and teaching with technology• Conducting research on the use of emerging and innovative technology in teaching and learning practices• Performing as a strong leader of a cohesive team with strict enforcement of statutory regulations, quality standards, governance processes and compliance requirements Show less

  • Acting Online Learning Material Developer

    May 2022 - Jul 2022

  • Academic Literacy Facilitator

    Apr 2021 - Jun 2022

  • Acting Senior Learning Designer

    Sept 2021 - Apr 2022
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  Stellenbosch University

  Jul 2022 - Apr 2024

  Experiential Learning Coordinator
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  McMerwe Farms Pty Ltd

  Apr 2024 - now

  Co Managing Director