Indigenous Knowledge Management
- Education
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 143 pages
- 17 units
This course provides an overview of Indigenous Knowledge Management (IKM) within the context of library and information science. It explores the sources, nature, and features of Indigenous Knowledge, including oral information systems and Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS). The course also examines the role of ICTs and information centers in IKM, database creation, ethical issues, and strategies for effective management and protection of indigenous knowledge.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 150 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of LIS212, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 DEFINITION OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENTPage 1
- UNIT 2 SCOPE AND IMPORTANCE OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGEPage 9
- UNIT 3 TYPES AND COMPONENTS OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGEPage 15
- UNIT 4 NATURE AND FEATURES OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE (IK)Page 23
- UNIT 5 STEPS IN INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND CHALLENGES ASSOCIATED WITH INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENTPage 32
- UNIT 1 INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMPage 38
- UNIT 2 SOURCES OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE AND CAUSES OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE BASE DESTRUCTIONPage 45
- UNIT 3 PRESERVING AND DOCUMENTING INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE (IK)Page 52
- UNIT 4 CHANNELS OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE (IK)COMMUNICATION/DISSEMINATION AND APPROACHES OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGEPage 59
- Unit 1 The Role of ICT in Indigenous Knowledge ManagementPage 70
- UNIT 2: THE ROLE OF LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION PROFESSIONALS IN INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENTPage 76
- UNIT 3 THE ROLE OF PUBLIC LIBRARIES IN INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENTPage 87
- UNIT 4: PRESERVATION OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE AND CAUSES OF DESTRUCTION IN THE LIBRARYPage 92
- UNIT 1: INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS (IPRS)Page 100
- UNIT 2 INTERNATIONAL INITIATIVES AND ETHICAL ISSUES TO PROTECT INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGEPage 109
- UNIT 3 STRATEGIES AND APPROACHES TO INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENTPage 117
- UNIT 4 REASONS WHY INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE NEED TO BE MANAGED AND PROTECTEDPage 126
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
LIS212 · UNIT 1 DEFINITION OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Welcome to Indigenous Knowledge Management class. In this module we are going to learn the basic concepts of Indigenous Knowledge Management. What does Indigenous Knowledge Management mean? Why is it important to us as librarians, information professionals?
What you should be able to do
- Define and explain Indigenous Knowledge Management (IKM)
- Clarify the Features of Indigenous Knowledge and Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS)
- Identify sources of Indigenous Knowledge
- Understand the role of ICTs in Indigenous Knowledge Management
- Analyze ethical issues and considerations in IKM
What it prepares you for
- Archivist
- Information Manager
- Cultural Heritage Manager
- Policy Analyst
- Librarian
- Libraries
- Museums
- Government
- Cultural Organizations
- Research Institutions
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Indigenous Knowledge Management
Unit 4: Nature and Features of Indigenous Knowledge (IK)
Understanding the tacit nature of indigenous knowledge and the challenges in its documentation requires careful consideration of cultural contexts.
- Module 4: Ethical Issues And Considerations In Ikm
Unit 1: Indigenous Knowledge and Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs)
The complexities of intellectual property rights in relation to collectively-owned indigenous knowledge systems demand critical analysis.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 79 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Indigenous Knowledge Management
Unit 1: Definition of Indigenous Knowledge Management (IKM) · 4 hours
Define Indigenous Knowledge Management (IKM). Differentiate between Indigenous Knowledge and Indigenous Knowledge Management.
Unit 2: Scope and Importance of Indigenous Knowledge · 3 hours
Identify the boundaries of Indigenous Knowledge. Explain the importance of Indigenous Knowledge to individuals and communities.
- Week 2Module 1: Indigenous Knowledge Management
Unit 3: Types and Components of Indigenous Knowledge · 4 hours
State the different types of IK. Enumerate examples of IK under each type. List the components of IK.
Unit 4: Nature and Features of Indigenous Knowledge (IK) · 3 hours
Differentiate between indigenous knowledge and formal knowledge. State the nature and features of IK.
- Week 3Module 1: Indigenous Knowledge Management
Unit 5: Steps in IKM and Challenges associated with IKM · 5 hours
Explain the steps in Indigenous Knowledge Management (IKM). State the relevance of each step in IKM. List the challenges of Indigenous Knowledge Management (IKM).
- Week 4Module 2: Indigenous Knowledge Management System
Unit 1: Indigenous Knowledge System · 6 hours
Define Indigenous Knowledge System (IKS). List and explain the features of IKS. Explain the benefits and limitations of IKS.
- Week 5Module 2: Indigenous Knowledge Management System
Unit 2: Sources of Indigenous Knowledge and Causes of Indigenous Knowledge base destruction · 5 hours
Identify sources of Indigenous Knowledge. Discuss causes of Indigenous Knowledge base destruction.
- Week 6Module 2: Indigenous Knowledge Management System
Unit 3: Preserving and Documenting Indigenous Knowledge (IK) · 4 hours
Explain how IK can be preserved and documented. State the relevance of preserving and documenting IK. List some of the tools used in preserving and documenting IK.
- Week 7Module 2: Indigenous Knowledge Management System
Unit 4: Channels of Indigenous Knowledge (IK) Communication/Dissemination and approaches of Indigenous Knowledge · 6 hours
List and explain the channels of IK communication/dissemination. Explain the socio-cultural advantages of traditional media. Describe the approaches to IK.
- Week 8Module 3: The Role of Icts And Information Centres In Ikm
Unit 1: The Role of ICT in IKM · 5 hours
Define the term ICT in relation to IKM. Explain the roles of ICT in IKM. List the ICT tools used in IKM.
- Week 9Module 3: The Role of Icts And Information Centres In Ikm
Unit 2: The role of libraries and Information Professionals in Indigenous Knowledge Management · 6 hours
State the roles of Libraries and Information Professionals for IKM. Explain the Importance of IK for Libraries and Information Professionals. List and explain the challenges of IK for Information Professionals.
- Week 10Module 3: The Role of Icts And Information Centres In Ikm
Unit 3: The Role of Public Libraries in IKM · 5 hours
Explain the roles of Public Libraries in IKM. State the challenges of managing and preserving IK in Public Libraries. Describe the role of multi-purpose community resource centre in IKM.
- Week 11Module 3: The Role of Icts And Information Centres In Ikm
Unit 4: Preservation of Indigenous Knowledge and Causes of destruction in the Library · 6 hours
Explain the preservation of IK in Libraries. Mention the causes of destruction of IK base. List and explain the techniques to preserve and capture IK. State the problems associated with IK preservation.
- Week 12Module 4: Ethical Issues And Considerations In Ikm
Unit 1: Indigenous Knowledge and Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) · 7 hours
Explain indigenous knowledge and Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs). List the problems related to IK and IPRs. Mention the possible solutions to the problems related to IK and IPRs. Discuss the problematic ethical issues related to IK.
- Week 13Module 4: Ethical Issues And Considerations In Ikm
Unit 2: International Initiatives and Ethical Issues to Protect Indigenous Knowledge · 6 hours
List and explain international initiatives to protect IK and their contributions. Explain the ethical issues in research on IK. Describe the current issues in the management of IK in Africa. Explain the protection and preservation of IK in Africa.
Unit 3: Strategies and Approaches to Indigenous Knowledge Management · 4 hours
Explain the strategies that can be used for IK management and protection. List and explain the approaches to indigenous knowledge management..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking IKM principles (Units 1-5) to practical applications
- Focus on understanding the ethical considerations and IPR issues (Module 4)
- Review case studies of successful IKM initiatives in different regions
- Practice applying IKM strategies to real-world scenarios
- Prepare summaries of key concepts and definitions from each unit for quick reference
Questions students ask about this course
What is LIS212 about?
This course provides an overview of Indigenous Knowledge Management (IKM) within the context of library and information science. It explores the sources, nature, and features of Indigenous Knowledge, including oral information systems and Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS). The course also examines the role of ICTs and information centers in IKM, database creation, ethical issues, and strategies for effective management and protection of indigenous knowledge.
How many units does LIS212 have?
LIS212, Indigenous Knowledge Management, has 17 units across 4 modules, over 143 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is LIS212?
LIS212 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Education.
Is LIS212 hard?
LIS212 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does LIS212 take to study?
About 150 hours of study, spread across its 17 units.
How is LIS212 assessed?
LIS212 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with LIS212?
Archivist, Information Manager, Cultural Heritage Manager, Policy Analyst and Librarian.