Basic Mathematical Concepts Practiced by Danuwar Community

Abstract

The study is entitled „Basic Mathematical Concepts Practiced by Danuwar Community‟. It is a fresh attempt made at searching Danuwar's mathematical knowledge, ideas and concepts with respect to their practical work basis. This study is carried on cultural, historical, pedagogical and mathematical perspective. It also links those processes with mathematics curriculum. The researcher adopted the qualitative research methods to unveil local ideas of mathematics to interpret Danuwar mathematical concepts. Eight informants were selected purposively in which three are women and five are men. For data collection, the researcher used in-depth interviews; non- participants' observation and photos of Danuwar goods used and made which are linked up with their society. All the possible information was recorded with the help of field notes and photos. They used different nine Khaad Ekai, Dunai, Garang, Bitgara, Sabai, Dedha, Adhai, Dhur, Kattha and different measurement system and some geometrical concepts. The findings of the research can be used to promote ethno mathematics through which teaching and learning mathematics in formal education system also be supported.