TaLNA App: An Interactive Numeracy Mobile Learning Application for Children with Autism

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https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v17i21.41443

Keywords:

Children with autism, TaLNA, Education Mobile App, Numeracy, Covid-19

Abstract


In light of the COVID-19 pandemic’s disruptions to education, there is a growing need for alternative learning methods, particularly for children with autism who thrive on routine and familiarity. This study aims to enhance numeracy learning for children with autism by using the touchscreen-assistive learning numeracy application (TaLNA) during the post-pandemic period, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 (quality education). Our primary focus is to leverage mobile learning through the TaLNA application to provide specialized educational content and remote progress monitoring. Combining mobile learning with SDG 4 principles ensures continuous access to education, promoting inclusivity and equity, even in challenging circumstances. Mobile learning offers personalized numeracy experiences tailored to individual needs, maintaining educational consistency and structure amidst disrupted routines and environments. This research has significant implications for instructors, teachers, and parents of children with autism, providing valuable insights for their pedagogical approaches.

Author Biographies

Muhamad Fairus Kamaruzaman, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Graphic Design Department / Senior Lecturer

Faizah Abdul Majid, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Faizah Abd Majid is a Professor in Adult and Higher Education at the Faculty of Education, Universiti Teknologi MARA. She has vast experiences in research and publication in the areas of TESL, teaching and learning. Recently she is involved in a special funded project on the use of technology in teaching children with autism. ORCID ID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9642-6342

Toto Mujio Mukmin, Universitas Tarumanagara, Indonesia

Toto Mujio Mukmin S.Sn, M.Hum is a lecturer at the Faculty of Design and Visual Communication,  Universitas Tarumanagara, Indonesia. His expertise is in the area of visual communication.

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2023-11-15

How to Cite

Kamaruzaman, M. F., Abdul Majid, F., & Mujio Mukmin, T. (2023). TaLNA App: An Interactive Numeracy Mobile Learning Application for Children with Autism. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies (iJIM), 17(21), pp. 50–64. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v17i21.41443

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Vol. 17 No. 21 (2023)

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