Development of a Computational Fairy Tale Application : Conquering a Decoding Game

Abstract

This research aimed to 1) develop a computational fairy tale application “Conquering a Decoding Game” for children aged 6-11, 2) create an unplugged coding fairy tale book titled “Jack and the Giant” for children aged 6-11, and 3) assess user satisfaction with the use of the computational fairy tale application and the unplugged coding fairy tale book. Application development tools included RPG Maker MZ, Android Studio, and graphic design software.

It was found that user satisfaction with the application's functionality in terms of responsiveness was high (𝑥̅ = 4.15, S.D. = 0.73). In terms of the appropriateness of the application, the cartoon illustrations were found to be interesting and suitable, also at a high level (𝑥̅ = 4.20, S.D. = 0.81). Users indicated that their overall satisfaction with the application was at the highest level (𝑥̅ = 4.25, S.D. = 0.83), highlighting it as
a modern and visually attractive educational tool. In terms of physical format of the unplugged coding storybook, its size was found to be appropriate and handy for reading, with satisfaction at the highest level (𝑥̅ = 4.25, S.D. = 0.97). Additionally,
in the term of the design aspect and the illustrations were found to significantly encourage creativity at the highest level (𝑥̅ = 4.45, S.D. = 0.90). In terms of content, the story was found to be highly enjoyable and engaging (𝑥̅ = 4.35, S.D. = 0.69).