Development of Mobile Game-Based Learning to Improve Visual Sensory Development for Young Children

This research project highlights the critical importance of nurturing sensory development in children from three to five years old for their cognitive and physical development. It emphasizes the role of visual sensory play in establishing neural connections in the intellect. Leveraging innovative media strategies, such as mobile applications, may aid parents in enhancing their children's visual sensory capabilities. It is essential for parents to recognize the potential advantages to ensure their children's early years are marked by success and well-being. The study uses a qualitative method to observe the vision sensory skills in children aged 3 to 5 years old. Total of fifteen parents and their children participated in the research. The descriptive research design and game-based learning model used to engage users in educational materials, providing playful learning activities that gradually introduce concepts and guide users towards an end goal. The mobile game-based learning created with sea life theme, focusing on activities like colour matching, hand-eye coordination, and visual recognition. The result demonstrated the increment of visual sensory recognition used in the high technology medium of mobile game.