The Conservative and Dynamic Nature of Indigenous Knowledge:  A Case Study from Kenya

Randall D. Beckloff

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The Conservative and Dynamic Nature of Indigenous Knowledge: A Case Study from Kenya

Author

- Randall D. Beckloff
- University of Georgia

Abstract

Abstract: Indigenous knowledge in Africa conserves traditional community heritage and is dynamically adjusted as communities adapt to contemporary realities. This roundtable considers these conservative and dynamic natures as portrayed in a case study from Kenya and poses discussion questions.

Keywords: indigenous knowledge, local knowledge, Africa, Kenya, Giriama

How to Cite: Beckloff, R. D. (2008) “The Conservative and Dynamic Nature of Indigenous Knowledge: A Case Study from Kenya”, Adult Education Research Conference. 1(2008).