Month: November 2023

The origin of the Afrikaner: A genetic prehistory and contemporary traces

Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State

Ensovoort, volume 44 (2023), number 11: 3

Abstract

The study of European populations has a long history, with scholars tracing the movements of peoples and cultures for centuries. However, recent advances in …

“Tell me about the Afrikaner”: A view of the Afrikaner through an analysis of ChatGPT’s responses

Dr. Burgert Senekal, University of the Free State

Ensovoort, volume 44 (2023), number 11: 2

Abstract

Released in late 2022, ChatGPT showcased the extent of technological advances in terms of natural language generation through Large Language Models (LLMs). Trained on …

A post-Covid reflection on experiences of asynchronous students on teaching and learning during the Covid-19 period

Mouton, N. & Henrico, A.

Ensovoort, volume 44 (2023), number 11: 1

Abstract

The Covid-19 pandemic initially turned our world upside down, changing our perceptions on many issues in life. From a pedagogical perspective, it impacted and encouraged a new …