Pasundan Journal of Mathematics Education : Jurnal Pendidikan Matematika
Vol. 16 No. 1 (2026): Pasundan Journal of Mathematics Education: Jurnal Pendidikan Matematika

Strengthening prospective mathematics teachers’ geometry understanding through ethnomathematics integrated with generative artificial intelligence

Iyam Mariyati (Institut Pendidikan Indonesia)
Muhammad Sahdam Darmawan (Institut Pendidikan Indonesia)
Nurhayani Romeo (Universiti Teknologi Mara)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 May 2026

Abstract

This study aims to strengthen prospective mathematics teachers’ geometry understanding through ethnomathematics-based learning grounded in Papuan traditional houses integrated with Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). A mixed-methods case study design with embedded quantitative data was employed involving 32 prospective teachers. Data were collected through geometry comprehension tests, ethnomathematical analysis rubrics, questionnaires, interviews, and observations, and analysed using descriptive statistics and thematic coding. The results show a significant increase in students’ mean scores from 58 to 80, alongside improved ability to connect geometric concepts with cultural structures. GenAI facilitated visualization, conceptual validation, and reflective thinking. This study contributes to the integration of ethnomathematics and generative technology as a culturally responsive and pedagogically meaningful approach in geometry education.

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Journal Info

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pjme

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Subject

Education Mathematics

Description

Pasundan Journal of Mathematics Education (PJME) merupakan jurnal pendidikan matematika yang dikelola oleh Program Studi Magister Pendidikan Matematika Universitas Pasundan dan Asosiasi Guru Matematika Indonesia (AGMI). Jurnal ini menerbitkan penelitian asli atau makalah teoretis tentang pengajaran ...