An Exploration of Geometrical Concepts in Brunei Woven Textiles: An Ethnomathematical Study

Irma Risdiyanti, Masitah Shahrill, Rully Charitas Indra Prahmana, Mar Aswandi Mahadi

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The Brunei Woven Textiles are culturally significant artifacts in Brunei Darussalam, often used in traditional events such as Mandi Belawat and Hantaran Pernikahan. These textiles exhibit intricate motifs that incorporate mathematical concepts, a field known as ethnomathematics, offering a potential starting point for mathematics education. Despite their cultural importance and widespread use, ethnomathematics is not commonly integrated into Brunei's educational system. This study explores the geometric concepts within these textiles using ethnographic methods, gathering data from literature, documentation, and field notes. The findings suggest that these textiles contain valuable geometric patterns suitable for teaching mathematics and can also reinforce cultural identity and character development among students. By highlighting these insights, the research advocates for including culturally relevant materials like the Brunei Woven Textiles in mathematics curricula to make learning more engaging and accessible for Brunei students.

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Brunei Darussalam; Brunei Woven Textiles; Ethnomathematics; Geometrical Concept

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