The role of indigenous games in education: a technology and environmental education perspective

Matsekoleng, Tsebo Kgoto; Mapotse, Tomé Awshar; Gumbo, Mishack Thiza

doi:10.1080/15595692.2022.2160436

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“…For instance, Chiyato is documented across cultures such as Pakistan Gittey (Khalid, 2008); Nhodo in Zimbabwe (Mandondo & Tsikira, 2021); Mdako in Tanzania (Smørdal, 2012); and Ondota in Namibia (Utete et al, 2019 ). Other games such as nsolo in Zambia (Mtonga, 2012), Tsoro in Zimbabwe (Madondo & Tsirika, 2021;Moyo & Chinamasa, 2022;Nyanhongo, 2015); Morabaraba (Matsekoleng et al, 2022); and Bao in Tanzania offers feasibility for use by ECE teachers and parents to stimulate development of visual motor integration, social-emotional, and cognitive abilities in young children. Previous studies have also confirmed that Nsolo is a game that promotes socialisation, fine motor skills, and mathematical concepts in children, fostering logical and mathematical thinking from an early age (Mtonga, 2012).…”

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“…In East Africa, a version of this game is popularly known as Bao, with origins in Tanzania, in Malawi, it is called Bali, whereas in South Africa, this game is popularly known as Morabaraba. Previous research has shown that Morabaraba has been used in teaching math (Matsekoleng et al, 2022). The strategic skills found in Morabaraba can be likened to those in chess and checkers (Nyanhongo, 2015).…”

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“…Additionally, there are rope-jumping or skipping games which are popular among children. Two such examples are South Africa's Lekusha (Matsekoleng et al, 2022) and Kgati (Moloi et al, 2021) games. In Zambia, it is popularly known as Waida.…”

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“…Sriwidari et al (2018) further found improved gross motor and social skills. While the efficacy of outdoor indigenous games in child development cannot be underscored, research has indicated a decline in these games in children's playgrounds and schools due to the influence of digital technologies and games (Gul, 2023;Madondo & Tsikira, 2021;Matsekoleng et al, 2022;Moloi et al, 2021).…”

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Exploring the feasibility of outdoor indigenous games and songs to enhance play-based pedagogy in early childhood education

Matafwali,

Mofu

2023

J Child Edu Soc

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Indigenous play activities are crucial to cross-cultural knowledge and practice and are gaining ground as a pedagogical approach in early childhood education settings. The study aimed at systematically documenting culturally and developmentally appropriate outdoor indigenous games that could serve as resource materials for play-based learning in ECE centres. Participants comprising teachers, parents, grandparents, and adolescent girls and boys were drawn from Lufwanyama district of Zambia. Data was generated through Participatory Action Research to allow inter-cultural dialogue. Data was analysed using thematic categorisation. Results showed that documentation of indigenous games can serve as a resource capital for enhancing play-based learning practice in an early childhood education setting. The study further revealed that integrating indigenous games can strengthen home-school linkages through active community engagement. The study recommends that teachers can effectively implement play-based learning when the reservoir of developmentally appropriate indigenous games is easily accessible to them. We further argue for rethinking early childhood education pedagogical practice so that learning and development are seen as being influenced more by contextually responsive play and exploration, than by direct instruction and teaching.

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Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

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Exploring the feasibility of outdoor indigenous games and songs to enhance play-based pedagogy in early childhood education

Matafwali,

Mofu

2023

J Child Edu Soc

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“…This trend fosters practical skills, nurtures values of stewardship and sustainability, and promotes a holistic perspective on interdependence and systems thinking. Ultimately, environmental awareness empowers individuals to take meaningful actions to mitigate environmental degradation and contribute to the well-being of both local and global ecosystems (Matsekoleng et al, 2024). Sanitation, as an integral component of public health and environmental well-being, plays a critical role in safeguarding human health and preventing the spread of diseases.…”

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Assessing the Impact of Environmental Awareness on Sanitation in Ekiti State

IBIMILUA,

OMIDIJI

2024

WJSS

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The specific objectives of this research include evaluating current sanitation practices, scrutinizing residents’ understanding and behaviours, assessing the efficacy of intervention programs, and identifying factors affecting implementation success. The survey research method was employed, focusing on three Local Government Areas (Ado, Oye, and Emure) representing distinct senatorial districts in Ekiti State. Residents aged 18 and above in the selected LGAs formed the target population. A judgemental sampling technique was used to select 50 respondents, distributed across teachers in the three LGAs. Findings revealed confidence in the state government’s commitment to waste management by teachers in the areas. This in turn has impacted environmental education in schools. Though challenges exist in the proper disposal of hazardous waste materials, positive perceptions of government effectiveness and belief in individual actions indicate a foundation for collaborative efforts. Behavioural changes and cleaner environments have been observed in these areas. Challenges captured include inadequate government support, inadequate infrastructure, and insufficient waste disposal facilities. In conclusion, the assessment reveals communities in Ekiti State with heightened awareness and positive attitudes toward environmental sanitation through teachers’ involvement. Educational efforts, robust community engagement, and government support are crucial for a lasting impact.

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