A systematic review of elements in game-based Arabic language learning framework for Dyslexic children

Authors

  • Noor Azli Mohamed Masrop International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Ghazali Zainuddin International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Einannabella Nadzri International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Asrina Suriani Md Yunus International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Muhammad Sabri Sahrir International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia
  • Sarifah Nurhanum Syed Sahuri Islamic Science University of Malaysia (USIM), Negeri Sembilan Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24200/jonus.vol8iss2pp334-353

Abstract

Game-Based Language Learning (GBLL) has been proven an effective approach tool to improve learning and has become a widely used teaching aid to maintain engagement and motivation in learners. The purpose of this systematic literature review is to identify the framework elements of Game-Based Arabic Language Learning (GBALL) for Dyslexic Children. Although previous research has addressed various guidelines and frameworks for educational tools in Arabic language learning, however, only few studies focus on dyslexic children. The methodology used in this paper is Systematic Literature Review (SLR) by Kitchenham (2004) and Kitchenham and Charters (2007). A selection of relevant research was performed to achieve the research objectives. The selected online open sources databases involved as are primary resources: Google Scholar, ResearchGate, UM Student Repository, Open Access Theses and Dissertation (OATD). Scientific publications and journals, conference proceedings, and technical papers are found in well-known online databases that include a complete citation and reference analysis. Based on a systematic review process, the researchers reported and discussed findings with possible future research directions. A total of 18 studies were selected, which revealed two themes: the multimedia elements of game-based language learning for dyslexic children and the Arabic language learning elements for dyslexic children. The results of this study can be applied as a guideline for educational tools for dyslexic children in Arabic language learning.

Keywords: framework design, elements, guidelines, game-based Arabic language learning for dyslexic children, game-based learning, dyslexia language learning

Author Biographies

  • Noor Azli Mohamed Masrop, International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia

    Dr Noor Azli Mohamed Masrop  is a Head of PhD in IT at the Faculty of Creative Multimedia and Computing, International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia. His research interests include Serious Games, Game based Learning, Accessibility, Multimedia Instructional Design, Affective Computing, e-Learning, Educational Technology.

  • Ghazali Zainuddin, International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia

    Dr Ghazali Zainuddin  is a senior lecturer at the Islamic University of Selangor, Malaysia. His research focuses on Arabic language education, game-based learning and Arabic as a Second language. He has an interest in integrating Arabic studies with technology

  • Einannabella Nadzri, International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia

    Einannabella Nadzri Mohd Nadzri is a Master’s degree student in Creative Multimedia from Faculty of Creative Multimedia and Computing of International Islamic University College Selangor (IIUCS). She is currently working on his Master’s thesis. Her research focuses on framework design, game-based learning, Arabic language learning and dyslexic children

  • Asrina Suriani Md Yunus, International Islamic University College Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia

    Asrina Suriani Md. Yunus is a lecturer in Department of Computing, Faculty of Creative Multimedia and Computing, International Islamic University College Selangor (IIUCS). Her research interests focus on Information System, Software Engineering, dyslexic students education, language education, framework development for cartoon character and mobile application development.

  • Muhammad Sabri Sahrir, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia

    Prof. Ts. Dr Muhammad Sabri Sahrir is currently an academic staff at Department of Language and Literacy, Kulliyyah of Education, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). His research interests are educational technology, language education, teacher education and teaching Arabic as a second language.

  • Sarifah Nurhanum Syed Sahuri, Islamic Science University of Malaysia (USIM), Negeri Sembilan Malaysia

    Sarifah Nurhanum Syed Sahuri teaches at Faculty of Major Language Studies, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia. She has a doctoral degree in Educational Psychology (University of Sydney), examining academic, sociocultural, and psychological adjustments of learners.

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Published

2023-06-30

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Vol. 8 No. 2: Journal of Nusantara Studies (JONUS)

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A systematic review of elements in game-based Arabic language learning framework for Dyslexic children. (2023). Journal of Nusantara Studies (JONUS), 8(2), 334-353. https://doi.org/10.24200/jonus.vol8iss2pp334-353