Utilizing Indigenous Knowledge Systems in Agricultural Education to Promote Sustainable Agriculture.

Williams, David L.; Muchena, Olivia N.

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Publication Date: 1991

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Utilizing Indigenous Knowledge Systems in Agricultural Education to Promote Sustainable Agriculture.

Williams, David L.; Muchena, Olivia N.

Journal of Agricultural Education, v32 n4 p52-57 Win 1991

Understanding and appreciation of indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) are essential for promoting sustainable agriculture development. IKS provides a cultural basis for nonformal agricultural programs that is absent in technology transfer approaches. (SK)

Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Agricultural Education, Cognitive Development, Cultural Context, Indigenous Knowledge, Nonformal Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Africa

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