The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre congratulates Nadira Hamidah Penton, Lim H'ng Ping and their supervisor Dr. Ahmad Affandi Supli from the School of Computing and Data Science for receiving Gold and Silver Award, respectively in the International Innovation ARSVOT Malaysia 2024 (IAM2024).

Organized by Association for Researcher of Skills and Vocational Training (ARSVOT), IAM2024 is an virtual exhibition that highlights innovation in teaching and learning, innovative products, and a medium to share expertise in humanities. IAM2024 consists of two main events, which are innovation competition and conference.

Student Name: Nadira Hamidah Penton (Digital Media Technology Programme)
Project Title: A Gamified Multi-Marker Augmented Reality Application to Enhance Engagement in Learning Sorting Algorithms
Advisor: Dr. Ahmad Affandi Supli
Abstract: 
Visualization helps in understanding complex concepts, but its success relies on student engagement. This study aims to investigate how student engagement can be enhanced with visualization tools. Combining gamification with visualization promotes effective and engaging learning. Thus, a gamified multi-marker AR application was developed using the Serious Game Development Model. Data were collected from 30 participants using the VisEngage questionnaire to assess participant engagement. Results indicate the application effectively engaged participants and positively impacted their understanding of sorting algorithms. 

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Student Testimonial:
"It’s incredibly rewarding to have my work on the gamified multi-marker AR application recognized at an international level. This project has been about more than just developing a technical solution - it's about enhancing the way we learn and making complex concepts, like sorting algorithms, more accessible and engaging. The IAM2024 competition provided a platform to share innovative ideas in education, and I'm proud that my work could contribute to this mission. I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with so many brilliant minds and to be part of an event that fosters creativity and innovation in teaching and learning."
 

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Student Name: Lim H'ng Ping (Digital Media Technology Programme)
Project Title: An Interest-Based Social Media Platform For Reducing Social Anxiety and Encourage Positive Interactions
Advisor: Dr. Ahmad Affandi Supli
Abstract: 
This project developed and evaluated an interest-based social media platform aimed at managing social anxiety and improving user interactions. Key features were identified and incorporated using an Iterative and Incremental Model, with continuous user feedback. Based on Self-Determination Theory (SDT), the platform enhances user motivation and engagement. A pre- and post-usage survey measured anxiety levels and user satisfaction. The study emphasizes the importance of personalized, supportive features in social media to combat anxiety and enhance user experience, with recommendations for future innovation and inclusivity.

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Student Testimonial: 
"Receiving the Silver Award at IAM2024 is a moment of great pride and accomplishment. It was both challenging and exciting to design a platform that incorporates personalized features to support users in overcoming social anxiety. This recognition motivates me to continue refining the platform and explore new ways to make social media a more inclusive and supportive space. I’m incredibly thankful for the guidance from my supervisor: Dr. Ahmad Affandi Supli and the feedback from users that helped shape this project."

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