Learning style on mobile-game-based learning design: How to measure?

Abstract

Some researchers have recognized the importance of pedagogical aspects in designing digital game-based learning. It is believed that learning style, learning content will affect the form of the game genre, game activities, and mechanics for delivering suitable game-based learning. This study aimed to analyze the relation of an individual’s learning style to their game preference. Learning style of samples is measured by Learning Style Questionnaire (LSQ) by Honey and Mumford. In addition, the measurement to determine if selected samples choose the appropriate game according to their learning style is proposed. As a contribution to knowledge, this study introduced an instrument to asses the relationship of learning style with the way learner using the game. The result indicated the samples did not follow the trend that preference for a game they played is affected by their learning style. Still, it confirmed the previous studies where learning style is a significant factor that should be addressed during the game design process.