Potential Abstract:
Abstract: This research study aims to investigate the affordances of indigenous learning science in engineered rural learning environments. With an increasing emphasis on promoting culturally responsive education, it becomes imperative to explore how indigenous knowledge systems can be integrated into the learning of science, particularly in rural contexts where students often face limited access to resources and opportunities. This study seeks to address this gap by examining the potential benefits and challenges associated with incorporating indigenous learning science in engineered rural settings.
The research will employ a mixed methods approach to collect and analyze data. Quantitative measures such as surveys and assessments will be used to assess students’ science learning outcomes, while qualitative methods including interviews and observations will provide insights into students’ experiences and perceptions of indigenous learning science. The study will take place in rural communities that possess strong indigenous cultural backgrounds, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of the affordances and limitations of this pedagogical approach.
The study will contribute to the existing literature by providing empirical evidence on the effectiveness of indigenous learning science in engineered rural learning environments. This research has the potential to inform education policies and practices, highlighting the importance of culturally responsive approaches to science education. By promoting the integration of indigenous knowledge systems, educators can foster a more inclusive and equitable learning environment that acknowledges and values diverse ways of knowing and learning.
Potential References:
- Re-imagining science education in South Africa: The affordances of indigenous knowledge for self-directed learning in the school curriculum
- The decolonisation of the curriculum project: The affordances of indigenous knowledge for self-directed learning
- Teaching Science in Rural Elementary Schools: Affordances and Constraints in the Age of NGSS.
- Contextualising science and mathematics teacher professional development in rural areas
- Emergent design and learning environments: Building on indigenous knowledge
