Western knowledge and indigenous knowledge are good bedfellows

Autor*innen

• Thekiso Japhta Tlhapi

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• 60 Seiten
• 3 Lesestunden

• Wirtschaft

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The book explores the contrasting foundations of Western and Indigenous knowledge systems. While Western knowledge is rooted in scientific testing and is documented, making it widely accessible, Indigenous knowledge relies on oral traditions and experiential learning, which has sustained communities for centuries. Despite the advantages of Western knowledge in critical analysis and development, the author argues for the potential collaboration between the two systems to address gaps in mainstream understanding, highlighting the value of both perspectives.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Einband: Paperback