Infusing Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKSs)in Technology Education: A Case of Food Processing and Preservation in a Rural Agricultural-based Economy

Joel Timire, Bekithemba Dube · 2025 · Journal of Education and Learning Technology

Summary. Indigenous knowledge systems are absent from South African technology education curricula, particularly regarding food processing and preservation. This omission disconnects rural learners from their heritage and practical skills for food security. The study found that integrating indigenous knowledge broadens educational experiences and enables development of appropriate technologies. Community resource persons can effectively deliver this content, and the authors recommend curriculum inclusion to empower rural agricultural communities.

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  title   = {Infusing Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKSs)in Technology Education: A Case of Food Processing and Preservation in a Rural Agricultural-based Economy},
  author  = {Joel Timire and Bekithemba Dube},
  journal = {Journal of Education and Learning Technology},
  year    = {2025},
  doi     = {10.38159/jelt.2025622},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.38159/jelt.2025622}
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DOI

10.38159/jelt.2025622

Countries

South Africa

Regions

Africa

Categories

indigenous-innovation, education, food-systems, general-innovation

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2026-05-01