The mathematization process of students to understand the concept of vectors through learning realistic mathematics and ethnomathematics

Abstract

The concept of vector was one of concepts that was difficult for students to understand. Realistic mathematics learning with ethnomathematics approach makes it easy for students to learn mathematics. The purpose of this study was to describe the mathematical process of students in understanding vector concepts through learning realistic mathematics and ethnomathematics. This research was the prototype stage of development research. The subjects of this study were 38 high school students in Bengkulu. Observation sheets, anecdotes and interview guides were the instruments of this research. Data was collected during the realistic mathematics learning process using the ethnomathematics approach. Data was analyzed qualitatively. The results of this study were the mathematical process of students in understanding the concept of vector by using selfie culture. Camera drones can stop in space. This was one of the multiplication properties of two perpendicular vectors. Multiplication of points was zero. The conclusion of this study was that the mathematical process of students using realistic selfie culture can achieve the multiplication of two vectors which form right angles.