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DOI DOI: 10.38140/ijspsy.v4i1.1091

Integrating indigenous knowledge into chemistry and science education

nathaniel omilani1
  1. 1 Department of Science and Technology Education,University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Abstract

This paper uses abstract and material evidence to highlight the nexus between Western-made science and African Science. After this, the paper highlighted some of the limitations of both. It advocates the integration of indigenous knowledge into science teaching, most especially in chemistry.

How to Cite

omilani, nathaniel. (2024). Integrating indigenous knowledge into chemistry and science education. International Journal of Studies in Psychology, 4(1), 55–58. https://doi.org/10.38140/ijspsy.v4i1.1091
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