The course explores the nature and importance of Indigenous Knowledge systems in natural resource management. Course Objectives:· To equip the student with skills to apply Indigenous knowledge systems (IK) in natural resource management for national development.· To enable students to differentiate between Indigenous knowledge Vs. Western (scientific) Knowledge.
Upon completion of the course, student should be able to:· Differentiate between Indigenous vs western scientific knowledge· Explain Indigenous Knowledge Networks and applications in natural resource management.· Determine linkages between applied Indigenous knowledge to conservation and community development