i-IQRA': Designing and constructing a persuasive multimedia application to learn Arabic characters

With the advancement in computer technology, teaching and learning of Al-Quran can be entertaining, interesting, and engaging. The objective of this research is to design and develop an interactive multimedia application (i-IQRA') to teach children to recite Al-Quran effectively and efficiently. The Principles of Persuasive Technology and Principles of Multimedia Design are adapted during the design and development of this interactive multimedia application. I-IQRA' consists of three different modules to support the learning process which are: (1) Introduction to Arabic Characters; (2) Reading Arabic Characters, and (3) Quiz. This research provides an alternative way to persuade children to learn Arabic characters using the Iqra' Technique. With this Interactive Multimedia Application, children can also improve their ability at Al-Quran recitals.