The role of indigenous knowledge in computer education in Africa

摘要

The integration of indigenous knowledge/languages in formal education is a contentious issue in post-colonial Africa. For historical and economic reasons, these are devalued in the formal education system. We argue that appropriate use of indigenous knowledge/languages can empower African students academically even in typically "Western" disciplines, such as Computer Science. We discuss the potential role of indigenous languages/ knowledge in ICT education and then describe an intervention, supporting students from marginalised communities, at a South African University.