Indigenous Education and the Metaphysics of Presence
Book • 2017
Carl Mika's "Indigenous Education and the Metaphysics of Presence" offers a critical examination of Western educational philosophies and their impact on Indigenous knowledge systems.
The book explores the concept of presence as a fundamental aspect of Māori worldview, contrasting it with the Western emphasis on knowledge acquisition and linear progression.
Mika challenges the reductionist tendencies of Western thought and advocates for a more holistic approach to education that values Indigenous ways of knowing.
He argues for a shift away from the dominance of Western epistemologies and towards a more equitable and inclusive educational framework.
The book's insights are relevant to educators, researchers, and anyone interested in Indigenous perspectives on education and philosophy.
The book explores the concept of presence as a fundamental aspect of Māori worldview, contrasting it with the Western emphasis on knowledge acquisition and linear progression.
Mika challenges the reductionist tendencies of Western thought and advocates for a more holistic approach to education that values Indigenous ways of knowing.
He argues for a shift away from the dominance of Western epistemologies and towards a more equitable and inclusive educational framework.
The book's insights are relevant to educators, researchers, and anyone interested in Indigenous perspectives on education and philosophy.
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