5 research outputs found
An Assistive Multimedia Courseware for Dyslexics
One of the most promising areas of education is the development of computer-based
teaching materials, especially interactive multimedia programs. Interactive multimedia allows
independent and interactive learning, and yet presents the learning information to the learners in
newly engaging and meaningful ways. This paper delivers the theoretical concepts and design of a
multimedia courseware called âMyLexicâ. âMyLexicâ is the first learning tool to nurture interest on
Malay language basic reading among preschool dyslexic children in Malaysia. The theoretical
framework proposed in the study is based on research in dyslexia theory with Dual Coding Theory,
Structured Multi-sensory Phonic Teaching and Scaffolding instructional technique. Detail
explanations on its learning content are also discussed. The courseware is hoped to contribute a
significant idea to the development of technology in Malay language education for dyslexics in
Malaysia
E-Learning for Disability: Creation, Assessment, and Implementation
This paper presents the design and delivery of X-leksia: a multimedia courseware to aid
basic reading skills in Malay language among the pre-school dyslexics. The courseware has been
developed based on multi-sensory teaching approach. It supports the visual, auditory, kinaesthetic
elements via multimedia and âlearn by doingâ exercises that will reinforce each other for optimal
learning. The courseware has undergone both formative and summative evaluation with dyslexics
and subject matter experts from Dyslexia Association of Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur. The
evaluation procedure, criteria and results are presented in this paper. As a result of completing the
evaluation procedure, the author found that X-leksiaâs approach was well received by the children
and teachers alike although there is still room for improvement. The courseware is hoped to
contribute a significant idea to the development of technology in Malay language education for preschool
dyslexics in Malaysia