Developing a framework for using local knowledge systems to enhance capacity building in agricultural development

Roberts, T. G., Cardey, S. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8504-8027 and den Brock, P. (2023) Developing a framework for using local knowledge systems to enhance capacity building in agricultural development. Advancements in Agricultural Development, 4 (2). pp. 1-19. ISSN 2690-5078 doi: 10.37433/aad.v4i2.305

Abstract/Summary

Building human capacity through education and training programs is a key component of agricultural development. This article lays out a framework for educators working in agricultural development to use local knowledges to enhance capacity building efforts. Local knowledge systems are complex social phenomena consisting of unique combinations of ontologies/epistemologies, worldviews, and cultures of the people in a particular social/ecological context. To embrace local knowledge systems, educators should: (a) understand power, positionality, and privilege; (b) understand your learners and yourselves; (c) use participatory approaches; and (d) embrace new knowledges. The framework presented provides guidance for agricultural development practitioners; agricultural development organizations; educational institutions and others who train agricultural development practitioners; and researchers and evaluators.

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Divisions	Life Sciences > School of Agriculture, Policy and Development > Department of International Development
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