Community-Based Learning: A Learning Design Approach to Enhance Mathematical Literacy
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Mathematical literacy is an individual’s ability to reason mathematically and to formulate, apply, and interpret mathematical concepts to solve problems in a variety of real-world contexts. Also, it involves using mathematical concepts concepts, processes, facts, and tools to describe, explain, and predict phenomena. To promote this ability, teachers must design lessons that connect mathematical concepts to real-life situations. Community-based learning is a learning approach that integrates learning content with community context, enabling learners to engage in problem-solving, participation, and hands-on practice in the community. This article proposes guidelines for designing lessons to enhance mathematical literacy by using community-based learning. The learning design process consists of three steps: 1) analyzing information on community learning resources and local wisdom, 2) linking local community issues or situations with mathematical content, and 3) designing learning activities that align with the actual context of the community. These steps help students apply mathematical knowledge and skills to solve real-life problems relevant to their own contexts, resulting in more meaningful mathematics learning.
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