Student's response to realistic mathematics learning with the context of Palembang songket

Abstract

This study aims to see students' responses to mathematics learning with the context of Palembang songket motifs. The subjects of this study were Songket and 31 students from SMPN 9 Palembang. This research is a descriptive study. The instruments used are questionnaires, interviews, and documentation. The results show that students' responses toward the learning of realistic mathematics using the Palembang songket context are positive, indicated by students' satisfactory of 81.4%, activity of 88%, learning sophistication of 88.5%, and 75.6% of the students stated that the instruction was beneficial for mathematical modeling and awareness. Hence, it is suggested that the need for realistic mathematics learning using cultural contexts is carried out in the classroom to support students interpreting concepts and interpreting mathematics learning, and making learning mathematics more enjoyable.