EXPLORATION OF ETHNOMATHEMATICS IN THE ICONIC TOWER OF SABILILUNGAN 99 IN BANDUNG REGENCY AS A REFLECTION OF SUNDANESE CULTURE AND ITS RELATION TO MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS

Abstract

Learning strategies that integrate cultural elements with mathematics are referred to as ethnomathematics. The application of ethnomathematics in education is crucial for fostering love towards local culture, which is currently being overshadowed by modernization. This research aims to elucidate the mathematical elements inherent in the iconic Tower of Sabilulungan 99 in Bandung Regency as a reflection of Sundanese Culture and its relation to mathematical concepts. The research method employed is ethnographic research. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, field notes, and documentation. The data analysis method utilized is triangulation analysis, consisting of data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The research findings indicate the presence of several mathematical concepts in the Tower of Sabilulungan 99, such as plane geometry: triangles, quadrilaterals, polynomials, transformation geometry, spatial plane geometry including cubes, rectangular prisms, prisms, pyramids, and the concept of comparison. Exploring ethnomathematics can be utilized as a mathematics learning strategy, serving as an innovation in mathematics education within schools. The application of ethnomathematics strategies can enhance the elements of character education in the form of patriotism towards the homeland.