Development of a mobile application for dyslexic-friendly learning materials

Asri, Dayangku Nur Amelia and Mohd Ramli, Huda Adibah and Saidin, Norazlina (2025) Development of a mobile application for dyslexic-friendly learning materials. IIUM Engineering Journal, 26 (2). pp. 142-154. ISSN 1511-788X E-ISSN 2289-7860

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Abstract

Dyslexia, a prevalent learning disorder affecting approximately 10% to 15% of primary school children in Malaysia, presents a significant educational hurdle. Traditional interventions often rely on in-person sessions, imposing additional demands on parents. Existing technology-based platforms are partially dyslexic-friendly with limitations such as poor user interfaces, limited contents, lack of progression to advanced learning, and attempts to address multiple skills simultaneously. To address these issues an enhanced dyslexic-friendly mobile application (app) is proposed in this paper. The app employs Orton-Gillingham approach to ensure a continuous and progressive learning environment. Moreover, it also uses the Structured Literacy approach by dividing learning into three modules that reinforce basic phonology, syllable knowledge, and meaning association. This app is developed using several software components encompassing Visual Studio Code, Android Studio, Flutter, and Adobe XD. Besides, the app includes games that serve as diagnostic tools to monitor improvement, identify weaknesses, and measure progress. By catering to diverse learning styles and needs, this app offers a more accessible and supportive learning experience through an innovative mobile tool that promotes inclusivity, independence, and continuous skill development.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	dyslexia, mobile application, learning materials, Orton-Gillingham, Structured Literacy
Subjects:	T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering > TK7800 Electronics. Computer engineering. Computer hardware. Photoelectronic devices T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering > TK7800 Electronics. Computer engineering. Computer hardware. Photoelectronic devices > TK7885 Computer engineering
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Engineering > Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Kulliyyah of Engineering
Depositing User:	Sr Huda Adibah Mohd Ramli
Date Deposited:	23 May 2025 15:36
Last Modified:	23 May 2025 15:36
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/121165

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