SCIENCE VERSUS INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE? Toward a Dialogical Approach

In November 2019, three academics from Auckland University published an opinion piece in which they examined the relationship between science and mātauranga Māori. They concluded that, ‘Mātauranga Māori…subverts those aspects of – namely objectivity, universality, dedication to progress that can further advance understanding nature help find solutions major problems afflicting planet.’ Part One this paper examines assumptions behind conclusion sources information used by authors construct their argument. It uncovers a fabric wilful distortion, fabrication, omission, false comparisons hyperbole. Two then addresses one currently affecting planet loss biodiversity finds above-mentioned authors’ about science, indigenous knowledge planet’s are contradicted current global scientific consensus.