ERIC Number: EJ1348946
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022-Jul
Pages: 17
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ISSN: ISSN-1823-7797
EISSN: EISSN-2600-9749
The Design and Evaluation of 'MoM (Microbiome of Maternity)' Role-Playing Game (RPG) in Educating on the Importance of Diet and Lifestyle and Its Interactions with the Gut Microbiota during Pregnancy
Ismail, Mohamad Izwan; Aazmi, Shafiq; Nazamuddin, Aisyah; Joseph, Stefanie Natasha Rich Anak; Hamid, Syahrul Bariah Abdul; Abdullah, Bahiyah; Daud, Suzanna
Asian Journal of University Education, v18 n3 p830-846 Jul 2022
Changes in antenatal gut microbiota (GM) have been associated with gestational diabetes and obesity which are influenced by diet and lifestyle. Gamification can be used as an interactive health education tool to convey this concept to the public. Thus, we designed an interactive story titled 'MoM: Microbiome of Maternity' highlighting the importance of diet and lifestyle during pregnancy. Using the 'RPG Maker MV' software, a branching narrative emphasizing flavour texts with a local flair was developed. The choice-based game narrative revolves around daily diet and lifestyle preferences in an engaging story throughout pregnancy. A graphical report is provided at predetermined intervals, highlighting the relevant details on their health and GM. A pilot evaluation was conducted using feedback surveys: Part A evaluated the knowledge on GDM, healthy diet and GM (13 items, score [more than or equal to]8 ([more than or equal to]60%) depicts adequate knowledge) and Part B evaluated the satisfaction on the game design and structure (24 items, score [more than or equal to]38 depicts satisfaction and pleasant experience). We found that the initial knowledge on the introduced health concept were inadequate (Part A score 7.67 ± 2.97). After playing 'MoM', their understanding was improved and were satisfied with the design (Part B score 42.3 ± 6.49). In conclusion, 'MoM' is an effective educational game in promoting health awareness among women.
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Implementation, Role Playing, Game Based Learning, Dietetics, Life Style, Pregnancy, Diabetes, Foreign Countries
UiTM Press. Asian Centre for Research on University Learning and Teaching, Faculty of Education, Penerbit UiTM, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Bangunan Fakulti Pengurusan Hotel dan Pelancongan, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. Web site: https://ajue.uitm.edu.my/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Malaysia
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