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This is a Observational study (also classified as: Ethnographic).

Linking Mathematics and Community: The Ethnomathematics of Bubo Fishing in the Coastal Town of Barbaza, Antique, Philippines

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Ethnographic research examined the role of ethnomathematics in fishing practices, suggesting curriculum development opportunities for educators.

Ethnomathematics reveals the mathematical knowledge involved in bubo fishing, enhancing educational practices.
Key informant data collection included five local fisherfolk through purposive sampling, contributing diverse insights.
Observational and interview methods were utilized to explore the fishing community's cultural mathematics effectively.
Findings highlight the need for curriculum development that integrates local cultural practices into mathematics education.

James Tolentino (2025) studied this question.

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Ethnographic research examined the role of ethnomathematics in fishing practices, suggesting curriculum development opportunities for educators.