Digitizing Worldviews and Intangible Cultural Heritages
T. Anantha Vijayah
Volume 10, Number 2 (2011) 10 (2): 31-55
Keywords Intangible Cultural Heritage, UNESCO, Cultural Diversity, Worldviews, Cultural Transmission, Cultural Competence, Community Unity, Cross-Cultural Understanding, Preservation of Indigenous Cultures, Globalization Impact, Interconnectedness of Life Forms, Values Orientation Theory, Mutual Respect
Abstract
This article delves into the significance of digitizing and preserving intangible cultural heritages to promote intercultural understanding and appreciation. It highlight the impact of globalization on cultural diversity and the challenges faced by indigenous communities in maintaining their cultural identity. The importance of recording worldviews alongside tangible and intangible heritages for cultural transmission is emphasized. Additionally, the article discusses the role of cultural competence in appreciating other cultures, the interconnectedness of life forms in traditional communities, and the necessity of mutual respect and community unity. It also examines Values Orientation Theory to facilitate cross-cultural understanding and communication. Overall, the article advocates for the preservation of cultural diversity and the promotion of intercultural education.
T. Anantha Vijayah
Published January 1, 2011
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
Copyright (c) 2025 T. Anantha Vijayah (Translator)
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