Preserving Indigenous Knowledge Through E-Learning: A Conceptual Theoretical Model

Abstract

Indigenous knowledge can advance sustainable development, and its preservation is of the utmost importance. Indigenous knowledge is mostly present within older generations, and without preservation, it will die with its custodians. African communities rely heavily on indigenous knowledge, which is dynamic and is constantly evolving. A digital tool that can preserve practices relating the knowledge can highlight its dynamic nature. This paper presents a conceptual theoretical model to guide the design of an e-learning system aimed at facilitating the preservation of indigenous knowledge. Data was collected utilizing a literature review. The conceptual theoretical model shows that preserving indigenous knowledge through e-learning would require, among other things, engagement with the relevant knowledge custodians and compliance with necessary legal requirements.