Development of Indigenous Physics as Solution to Socio-economic Problems: Insights from Physics Teachers and Elders

Edson Mudzamiri, Conlious.J. Chagwiza and Ensleem. T .Madudzo
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Edson Mudzamiri: Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe
Conlious.J. Chagwiza: Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe
Ensleem. T .Madudzo: Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2022, vol. 6, issue 5, 304-313

Abstract: The limited application of Indigenous Physics in the development programs of many nations has resulted in the emergence and reoccurrence of many socio-economic problems. This study argues that, if Indigenous physics including its teaching, learning and practice are demystified and developed people’s socio-economic problems can be solved. Indigenous physics is a reservoir of critical scientific knowledge, skills, technology and practices that are compatible with the people’s socio-economic contexts hence can offer solutions to problems such as energy crisis and those associated with climatic change as well as environmental degradation. Electricity shortages may be minimized by increasing its generation using Indigenous Physics Knowledge of electrostatics applied in creating of lightning that requires neither large dams, foreign currency nor large workforce. This qualitative study adopted Post-colonial theory ideas grounded in indigenous research paradigm. The participants were selected purposively, and interviewed. Teachers formed focus groups while Elders engaged in cultural talks at cultural meetings. Thematic data analysis revealed findings indicating that development of IP is possible and necessary as it can provide solutions to people’s problems. The study stimulates new thoughts and generates discussion on the wealth of Indigenous Physics Knowledge that can be used to solve socio-economic problems .

Date: 2022
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