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Zimbabwean In-Service Teachers' Views of Geometry: An Ethnomathematics Perspective

Authors :
Sunzuma, Gladys
Maharaj, Aneshkumar
Source :
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology. 2022 53(9):2504-2515.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

This study reports on in-service mathematics teachers' views of geometry in the context of ethnomathematics. A convergent parallel mixed method design which includes both quantitative and qualitative methods was used to provide a deeper understanding of how the participants view geometry from an ethnomathematics perspective. Questionnaires and focus group discussions were used to gather data from 40 in-service mathematics teachers. The teachers' views of geometry were classified under the cultural, social and practical dimensions of ethnomathematics. The views held by the teachers influence the way they teach geometry. The study suggested that knowledge construction and conceptual understanding in geometry are essential for its application in everyday life.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0020-739X and 1464-5211
Volume :
53
Issue :
9
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1366511
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/0020739X.2021.1919770