Working with indigenous knowledge
Subtitle: a guide for researchers
By: Louise Grenier.
Contributors: International Development Research Centre (Canada)
Publisher: International Development Research Centre
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Ottawa
Language: eng
Number of pages: 115
Subjects: Ethnoscience -- Research.; Technical assistance -- Anthropological aspects.; Sustainable development.
Description: "This guidebook zeros in on what indigenous knowledge can contribute to a sustainable development strategy that accounts for the potential of the local environment and the experience and wisdom of the indigenous population. Through an extensive review of field examples as well as current theory and practice, it provides a succinct yet comprehensive review of indigenous knowledge research and assessment. Working with Indigenous Knowledge will contribute to the improved design, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation of any program of research and will appeal to both the seasoned development professional as well as the novice or student just beginning a research career."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 105-115).