Learning Set Theory from Traditional Dance: Ethnomathematics Exploration in Bimanese Traditional Dance Wura Bongi Monca

Khairullah Khairullah, Rully Charitas Indra Prahmana, Monica Arnal-Palacián

Abstract


Mathematics, often viewed as abstract and detached from everyday life, has deep historical roots intertwined with societal phenomena. This study explores initiatives to connect mathematics with Indonesian cultural realities and perceptions. Specifically, it investigates uncovering historical values and mathematical set concepts embedded within the Wura Bongi Monca dance. Utilizing a qualitative approach with ethnographic methods, data were gathered through observations, literature reviews, and interviews with cultural experts and enthusiasts. The findings illustrate that the Wura Bongi Monca dance embodies set concepts in its movements, reflecting local wisdom values. These values are not only perceived but also contemplated and applied in daily life, enriching community understanding of mathematics and introducing a cultural dimension to mathematics education in schools. This research introduces a new perspective on integrating mathematics with local culture, suggesting it as a transformative approach to enhance the symbiotic relationship between mathematics and culture.

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Ethnography; Ethnomathematics; Indonesian Traditional Dance; Set Theory; Wura Bongi Monca Dance

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