Ethnomathematical Exploration of Two-Dimensional Geometric Shapes in Mekongga Traditional House Architecture
Keywords:
Ethnomathematics, Geometry, Mekongga Traditional HouseAbstract
This study explores two-dimensional geometric shapes found in the architectural elements of Mekongga traditional houses, focusing on walls, roofs, floors, and stairs. Using an ethnomathematical approach supported by GeoGebra-based modelling, the research identifies geometric concepts such as rectangles, iscoceles triangles, parallelograms, and trapezoid embedded in these structures. The study emphasizes how indigenous builders applied mathematical principles through culturally rooted design processes. GeoGebra was utilized to visualize the geometric shapes found in the architectural components, enabling precise exploration. The findings reveal that Mekongga traditional houses incorporate fundamental two-dimensional geometric concepts shaped by cultural wisdom. This research contributes to preserving cultural heritage while offering new perspectives for integrating ethnomathematics into mathematics education through culturally relevant and technologically enhanced learning resources.
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