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What does the Latin word 'Scientia' mean?
What does the Latin word 'Scientia' mean?
What is Indigenous science based on?
What is Indigenous science based on?
What does conventional science rely on?
What does conventional science rely on?
What is science not just about?
What is science not just about?
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Which science incorporates local people's knowledge and indigenous perspectives?
Which science incorporates local people's knowledge and indigenous perspectives?
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What is the primary method of gaining knowledge in science?
What is the primary method of gaining knowledge in science?
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What does Indigenous science primarily focus on?
What does Indigenous science primarily focus on?
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Why is it important to include Indigenous Knowledge in science?
Why is it important to include Indigenous Knowledge in science?
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What does the term 'Science' originate from?
What does the term 'Science' originate from?
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What does conventional science depend on?
What does conventional science depend on?
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What is the primary purpose of integrating indigenous knowledge with western science?
What is the primary purpose of integrating indigenous knowledge with western science?
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Which of the following best describes the relationship between science and knowledge according to the text?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between science and knowledge according to the text?
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of indigenous science?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of indigenous science?
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What is a key difference between indigenous science and conventional science?
What is a key difference between indigenous science and conventional science?
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What is the role of observation and evidence in science?
What is the role of observation and evidence in science?
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Study Notes
Understanding Science: Indigenous and Conventional Approaches
- The word "science" originates from the Latin word "Scientia", which means "knowledge".
- Science is a systematic method of gaining knowledge about the physical and natural world, as well as the social aspect of human society.
- It provides an ordered way of learning about the nature of things, based on observation and evidence.
- Science can be categorized into indigenous science and conventional science.
- Indigenous science is the process by which indigenous people develop their empirical knowledge of their natural environment, based on their social, physical, and spiritual understandings.
- Conventional science relies on established laws that have been derived through the scientific method applied to phenomena in the world.
- Indigenous science incorporates local people's knowledge and indigenous perspectives, while conventional science is commonly recognized as Western science.
- Including indigenous knowledge in science serves two main purposes: increasing awareness of original culture and identity, and integrating indigenous knowledge with Western science.
- By including indigenous knowledge, there is an opportunity to preserve and promote indigenous cultures and traditions.
- Indigenous knowledge can offer valuable insights and alternative perspectives that can enhance scientific understanding.
- Integrating indigenous knowledge with Western science can lead to more holistic and comprehensive approaches to solving complex problems.
- Recognizing and valuing indigenous science can contribute to a more inclusive and diverse scientific community.
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Test your knowledge of science with this quiz! Explore the systematic method of gaining knowledge about the physical and natural world, and discover how science provides an ordered way of learning based on observation and evidence. Whether you are interested in indigenous or conventional science, this quiz is sure to challenge your understanding of the world around us.