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Incidental Learning of Zakat Regulations in a Mobile Paddy Farming Simulation Game

Authors
Nurulhuda Ibrahim1, *, Harryizman Harun1, Jessnor Elmy Mat Jizat2, Jasni Ahmad1, Mohamad Zulkurnai Ghazali1
1Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, UUM Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia
2Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, 35900, Tanjung Malim, Perak, Malaysia
*Corresponding author. Email: nurulhuda@uum.edu.my
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Nurulhuda Ibrahim
Available Online 29 May 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-756-4_29How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Incidental Learning; Paddy Zakat Regulation; Game-Based Learning
Abstract

In the digital age, innovative educational methods are rapidly evolving, with game-based learning (GBL) emerging as a promising approach. However, complex topics such as zakat, a key pillar of Islam, are often taught traditionally, lacking engagement and relevance for younger generations. This study explores the potential of incidental learning through a mobile paddy farming simulation game designed to teach paddy zakat regulations. Using a quasi-experimental design, 179 undergraduate students were divided into control and experimental groups. The control group browsed farming and zakat-related websites, while the experimental group engaged with the Padi MAS mobile game. Pretest and posttest quizzes were used to measure their knowledge of paddy farming and zakat regulations. The results showed that while the control group demonstrated significant knowledge improvement, the experimental group’s knowledge gain was limited, primarily due to incomplete engagement with the game. The findings suggest that digital games hold potential as educational tools, but proper engagement and design are crucial for achieving successful learning outcomes.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Communication and Media (i-COME 24)
Series
Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities
Publication Date
29 May 2025
ISBN
978-94-6463-756-4
ISSN
2667-128X
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-756-4_29How to use a DOI?
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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Open Access This chapter is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/), which permits any noncommercial use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license and indicate if changes were made.

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