LESSON 2 Flashcards
_ in the Philippines refers to the study of indigenous knowledge systems, practices, and beliefs of the country’s various ethnic groups
Ethnoscience
KEY ASPECT OF ETHNOSCIENCE
CULTURAL KNOWLEDGE
INDIGENEOUS PRACTICE
INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH
Ethnoscience examines the beliefs, practices, and knowledge that specific cultures have developed over time. This includes understanding how they classify plants, animals, and natural phenomena.
CULTURAL KNOWLEDGE
It often involves studying traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), which encompasses the skills, experiences, and insights that indigenous peoples have regarding their local ecosystems. This knowledge is often passed down through generations
INDIGENEOUS PRACTICE
Ethnoscience draws from various fields, including anthropology, ecology, botany, and linguistics. It seeks to integrate scientific knowledge with indigenous knowledge systems.
INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH
INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEM
TRADITIONAL MEDICINE
AGRICULTURE
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
ASTRONOMY
MATHEMATICS
Herbal Remedies:
- Lagundi (Vitex negundo)
- Sambong (Blumea balsamifera)
Used for treating coughs and respiratory issues.
Lagundi (Vitex negundo)
Known for its diuretic properties and used to treat kidney stones.
Sambong (Blumea balsamifera)
Spiritual Healing:
- Albularyo
A traditional healer who combines herbal medicine with rituals and spiritual practices to address illnesses.
Albularyo
AGRICULTURE
- Crop Rotation
- Organic Farming
- Sustainable Practices
- Crop Rotation
*Rice and Legumes
Alternating _ with _ to enhance soil fertility and reduce pests.
Rice and Legumes
- Organic Farming:
Natural Fertilizers
Utilizing compost from kitchen scraps and animal manure to enrich the soil.
Natural Fertilizers
- Sustainable Practices
Agroforestry
Integrating trees with crops and livestock to create a diverse farming system
Agroforestry
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- Forest Management
Selective Logging
Harvesting only certain trees to allow the forest to regenerate.
Selective Logging
ASTRONOMY
- Indigenous Cosmology
- Calendrical Systems
- Indigenous Cosmology
- Lunar Calendar
Using lunar cycles to determine optimal planting and harvesting times.
Lunar Calendar
- Calendrical Systems
Bontoc Calendar
A traditional calendar based on lunar cycles guiding agricultural and cultural activities.
Bontoc Calendar
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Watershed Protection
Forest Management
- Watershed Protection
Traditional Water Management
Implementing systems like terraces and traditional irrigation methods to protect water resources.
Traditional Water Management
MATHEMATICS
- Traditional Numeracy
*Geometric Patterns
- Traditional Numeracy:
- Counting Systems
Unique counting methods based on local resources, such as using fingers or stones.
Counting Systems
*Geometric Patterns:
*Weaving and Crafts
Incorporating geometric designs in textiles, which hold cultural significance.
Weaving and Crafts
