ANALYSIS OF GEOMETRIC CONCEPTS IN THE KABIR  OF WEHALI VILLAGE COMMUNITY: AN ETHNOMATHEMATICS STUDY

Paulus Puay; Ariandini Da Costa Ximenes; Anggelina Ingrit Naisau; Wilfridus Beda Nuba Dosinaeng

doi:10.37478/jupika.v9i1.6137

Authors

Paulus Puay Mathematics Education Study Program, Widya Mandira Catholic University, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Ariandini Da Costa Ximenes Mathematics Education Study Program, Widya Mandira Catholic University, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Anggelina Ingrit Naisau Mathematics Education Study Program, Widya Mandira Catholic University, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Wilfridus Beda Nuba Dosinaeng Mathematics Education Study Program, Widya Mandira Catholic University, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6138-9302

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37478/jupika.v9i1.6137

Abstract

Ethnomathematics is a learning strategy by linking cultural elements in mathematics learning. This research explores the significance of geometric symbolism in Kabir architecture as a cultural heritage in Indonesia. Using an ethnomathematics approach, this study analyzes how geometric shapes found in Kabir buildings not only serve as aesthetic elements but also contain deep cultural, philosophical, and spiritual meanings. The focus of the study includes the identification of geometric patterns such as square, rectangle, space, translation and reflection. Using observation, interviews, and documentation, the researcher obtained various mathematical elements in Kabir. This study contributes to the field of ethnomathematics by documenting the mathematical knowledge hidden in traditional practices, while highlighting the importance of preserving and understanding the symbolic dimensions of cultural heritage as in kabir, there are mathematical elements in the form of geometric concepts such as blocks, cubes, number patterns, translations and reflections that can be implemented in the world of education in learning mathematics at school.

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Keywords:

Cultural Heritage, Ethnomathematics, Kabir, Mathematical Patterns

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