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21ST CENTURY SKILLS LEARNING USING LEMMANG LEARNING RESOURCES: A STUDY OF ETHNOMATHEMATICAL BUGIS MAKASSAR Tampa, Alimuddin; Firdaus, Andi Mulawakkan; Ja’faruddin, Ja’faruddin; Chen, Wen-Haw
Lentera Pendidikan : Jurnal Ilmu Tarbiyah dan Keguruan Vol 26 No 2 (2023): DECEMBER
Publisher : Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/lp.2023v26n2i6

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Abstract: 21st century learning demands the application of skills and knowledge that are relevant to everyday life. While mathematics is a subject taught at all levels of education, it remains challenging for many students. Often perceived as disconnected from culture, students may find learning mathematics less meaningful. This perception is partly due to the lack of integration between mathematics education in schools and cultural context. However, mathematics is inherently connected to culture, and one approach recognizing this connection is called ethnomathematics. This approach emphasizes a culture-based learning process, and has the potential to improve students' learning outcomes. One example of how culture can be used as a source of mathematics learning is through the study of the traditional food of the Bugis-Makassar ethnic heritage called "lemmang". The process of making lemmang involves mathematical creativity, and researchers have used a descriptive qualitative research method with an ethnographic approach to explore this creativity. This involved collecting data through interviews, observation, and documentation. The research results showed that in lemmang making process, there is mathematical creativity related to the concepts of division, cylinder, and the principles of the Pythagorean theorem. This demonstrates that culture can be a valuable source of mathematics learning for teachers and students. Abstrak: Pembelajaran abad 21 menuntut penerapan keterampilan dan pengetahuan yang relevan dalam kehidupsn sehari-hari. Matematika adalah mata pelajaran yang diajarkan di semua tingkat pendidikan, tetapi tetap menjadi tantangan bagi banyak siswa. Mereka sering memandang matematika sebagai mata pelajaran yang terputus dari budaya dan kurang bermakna. Hal ini disebabkan karena pendidikan matematika di sekolah belum mengintegrasikan mata pelajaran dengan budaya. Matematika secara inheren terhubung dengan budaya, dan satu pendekatan yang mengakui hubungan ini disebut etnomatematika. Pendekatan ini menekankan proses pembelajaran berbasis budaya, dan berpotensi meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa. Salah satu contoh bagaimana budaya dapat dijadikan sebagai sumber pembelajaran matematika adalah melalui pembelajaran tentang makanan tradisional peninggalan etnis Bugis-Makassar yang disebut lemmang. Proses pembuatan lemmang melibatkan kreativitas matematis, dan peneliti telah menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif deskriptif dengan pendekatan etnografi untuk menggali kreativitas tersebut. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dalam proses pembuatan lemmang terdapat kreativitas matematika yang berkaitan dengan konsep pembagian, silinder, dan prinsip teorema Pythagoras. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa budaya dapat menjadi sumber pembelajaran matematika yang berharga bagi guru dan siswa.
Fostering Ethnomathematics in Projective Geometry: A Hypnoteaching Framework for Effective Distance Learning Jafaruddin, Jafaruddin; Chen, Wen-Haw
Southeast Asian Mathematics Education Journal Vol 13, No 2 (2023)
Publisher : SEAMEO Regional Centre for QITEP in Mathematics

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46517/seamej.v13i2.240

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This  study  evaluated  the  impact  of  integrating  students'  cultural  backgrounds  into  online learning to improve understanding and participation. It employed "Simple House Theory" and projective  geometry  in  designing  traditional  houses  to  make  complex  mathematical  concepts relatable. The Ethnomathematics project and the Hypnoteaching model were two instructional strategies  that  successfully  enhanced  active  student  participation  in  distance  learning.Data was  collected  from  a  joint  course  between Universitas  Negeri  Makassar  (UNM  Makassar), Indonesia,  and Tunghai  University,  Taiwan.  The  study  involved  36  students:  20  from  UNM Makassar’s international mathematics education program (Group I) and 16 from Tunghai University’s applied mathematics department (Group II). Various tools like surveys, tests, and projects  were  employed  for  data  collection.  The  survey  had  23  Likert-scale  questions, allowing a thorough evaluation of student feedback. Quantitative analysis of this data revealed that   incorporating   the Ethnomathematics   projects   and   Hypnoteaching   model   into   the curriculum significantly  increased  student  engagement  in  remote  learning.  This  was  further evidenced  by  improved  student  performance  in  project  work.  The  research  underscores  the benefits of culturally relevant teaching  methods in enhancing engagement and understanding in  online  mathematics  education.  It  highlights  the  effectiveness  of  embedding  local  cultural elements into online learning environments, creating more engaging and relatable experiences. The  study  suggests  the  potential  of  these  approaches  in  other  educational  contexts  and disciplines for future research.