Exploration of Mathematical Concepts in Traditional Tek-Tekan Games

Abstract

Exploration of mathematical concepts in traditional tek-tekan games is a form of student participation in acquiring knowledge directly. The purpose of this research is to find out the mathematical concepts contained in every aspect of traditional tek-tekan games starting from the aspects of the tools used, the players, the rules, and the stages or how to play . The research was conducted in class VII B MTsN 2 Konawe Selatan which was determined using a technique purposive sampling with consideration of the needs of this research where there are many students who have played tek-tekan. Data collection methods consist of observation, interviews , and documentation . The results of this study indicate that there is a mathematical concept in traditional tek-tekan games. These mathematical concepts include : a) comparison; b) distance, speed and time; c) numbers and number arithmetic operations; d) corner; e) building space; f) possible combination, which appears in the tools used, game techniques and how to play.