Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Decolonial Transformation in Education - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798260028810

Publisher: Igi Global Scientific Publishing, 2026

Synopsis

Indigenous ways of knowing, learning, and teaching reshape educational practices and institutions. Many education systems have been influenced by colonial structures that marginalized Indigenous knowledge, languages, cultures, and views. Decolonial transformation challenges these histories by promoting inclusive curricula, culturally responsive pedagogies, and equitable knowledge production that recognizes the value of Indigenous perspectives. By integrating Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) into education, institutions can foster greater cultural understanding, social justice, and educational relevance while empowering Indigenous communities and supporting the preservation of their heritage. Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Decolonial Transformation in Education explores how IKS integrates with educational policies, curricula, and teaching practices to promote inclusive and culturally responsive learning. It examines decolonial transformation, challenging colonial legacies in education, recognizing diverse ways of knowing, and supporting equity, cultural preservation, and social justice. This book covers topics such as inclusive education, marginalized students, and multilingualism, and is a useful resource for educators, sociologists, academicians, researchers, and scientists.

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About the Authors

Monicca Thulisile Bhuda is an indigenous scholar, editor, children's author, multi award winning academic, research fellow awardee and Indigenous Knowledge Systems expert. At the University of Mpumalanga, Dr. Bhuda coordinates a course on African identities and lectures on culture and heritage studies. She graduated from North-West University with a Bachelor's degree (hons) in Indigenous Knowledge Systems (with distinction), a Master's degree also in Indigenous Knowledge Systems (with distinction) and a PhD in Social Sciences with Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS). She has been featured on numerous media platforms such as TV, Radio, Magazines and Newspapers that were based on her interests as an indigenous scholar and expertise in the Indigenous Knowledge Systems discipline. She has also published over 40 academic works in accredited journals, including books indexed with SCOPUS. Her research is on various subjects related to Indigenous Knowledge Systems, which is multidisciplinary in nature.

Tebogo Maria Mothiba is a distinguished academic and research leader who, as of late 2025, serves as the Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation, and Partnerships, and as Executive Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Limpopo. Her work centers on health service management and the management of non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension, with extensive experience both as an academic and a registered nurse. Professor Mothiba holds a PhD in Health Service Management from the University of Johannesburg and an MCur from the University of Limpopo. She began her university career in 2006, rising to professorship in 2014, and was promoted through multiple leadership roles including Faculty Research Professor and Executive Dean. She is recognized as a South African National Research Foundation (NRF) C3-rated researcher and has published over 120 peer-reviewed articles and nine book chapters. Her research encompasses healthcare management, indigenous health practices, maternal and child health, and digital health innovations.

Edition details

• Publisher: Igi Global Scientific Publishing
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798260028810
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 560
• Editor: Bhuda Monicca Thulisile, Mothiba Tebogo Maria