Exploring network literacy among students of St. Joseph's Theological Institute in South Africa

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Title:	Exploring network literacy among students of St. Joseph's Theological Institute in South Africa
Authors:	Ngulube, Patrick Shezi, Mhlukanisi Leach, Athol
Year:	2009
Periodical:	South African Journal of Library and Information Science
Volume:	75
Issue:	1
Pages:	58-69
Language:	English
Geographic term:	South Africa
Subjects:	Christian education Internet information literacy
External link:	https://sajlis.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/1274
Abstract:	The main purpose of this study was to explore the level of network literacy among theological students at St. Joseph's Theological Institute, which is situated near Pietermaritzburg in South Africa. The survey research method was used and the data collected through a self-administered questionnaire and an in-depth interview with the Librarian. The entire population of 188 students was surveyed; only 65 students responded. Findings revealed that the major problems facing Internet users at St. Joseph's were the shortage of computers and lack of training in the use of Internet facilities. Further, students did not use a wide variety of Internet resources, had limited skills and knowledge to access networked information resources and made limited use of computer-mediated communication tools. Recommendations concerning network literacy at the Institute were made and suggestions for further research are put forward. Bibliogr., sum. [Journal abstract]