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NST2601 ASSIGNMENT 03 2024
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- NST2601
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- University Of South Africa (Unisa)
NST2601 ASSIGNMENT 03 2024
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NST2601ASSIGNMENT NO 3, 2024
JULY 27, 2024
[COMPANY NAME]
[Company address]
, QUESTION 1: [10 MARKS]
In your own words, explain what you understand by the following terms:
indigenous knowledge
indigenous knowledge systems (IKS)
traditional knowledge
traditional ecological knowledge (TEK)
traditional environmental knowledge
Certainly! Here’s a breakdown of each term in my own words:
a) **Indigenous Knowledge**: This refers to the knowledge systems, practices, and
beliefs held by indigenous peoples about their environment, culture, and
community practices. It is often based on long-term observation, experiences, and
relationships with the land, passed down through generations. This knowledge is
unique to specific communities and reflects their worldview, values, and ways of
life.
b) **Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS)**: IKS encompass the complex networks
of knowledge, practices, and beliefs that indigenous communities use to interact
with their environment and carry out their daily lives. It includes the cultural,
spiritual, and social dimensions of knowledge, and highlights how indigenous
peoples understand and manage their resources sustainably. IKS are holistic and
rooted in the historical and cultural contexts of the community.
c) **Traditional Knowledge**: This term refers to the accumulated knowledge,
practices, and beliefs that are developed within a community over time. It includes
insights about local flora and fauna, agricultural practices, health remedies, and
cultural traditions. Unlike indigenous knowledge, traditional knowledge can also be
found in non-indigenous communities and is not necessarily linked to a specific
indigenous heritage.
d) **Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK)**: TEK is a subset of traditional
knowledge that specifically addresses the understanding and management of
ecosystems and natural resources. It encompasses the ecological knowledge held
by indigenous peoples, including their observations of local environmental
changes, sustainable practices, and relationships with wildlife and plants. TEK often
emphasizes a holistic view of nature and interdependence between species.
e) **Traditional Environmental Knowledge**: This term is similar to TEK and refers
to the body of knowledge that communities have about their environmental
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