The framework of e-sukukata Bahasa Melayu kindergarten courseware using ontology-based technique / Nur Hidayah Nordin and Rozita Kadar

Multimedia e-learning tools hold significant promise in enhancing learning outcomes for 4-year-old students, nurturing linguistic proficiency, memory, and critical thinking development. Learning about "suku kata terbuka" in Bahasa Melayu poses numerous challenges for 4-year-old students. Initially, their developmental stage hinders their ability to recognize these syllables, making it difficult to differentiate between open and closed syllables. While some children can pronounce consonant letters individually, the problem arises that they struggle with combining them with vowel sounds, particularly in consonant-vowel (KV) syllables. Moreover, these young learners encounter difficulties in vocabulary development. Their limited vocabulary obstructs their understanding of words containing "suku kata terbuka," affecting both reading and speaking skills. Another issue arises from the inadequacy of current vocabulary learning methods for 4-year-old Bahasa Melayu learners. Existing approaches may not cater to their needs, resulting in comprehension gaps and a lack of Malay vocabulary. Similarly, in Bahasa Melayu, students' restricted vocabulary significantly affects their learning process, highlighting the importance of effective vocabulary learning strategies. Teachers play a crucial role in implementing tailored instructional strategies, with Bahasa Melayu providing a cultural and linguistic context for linguistic exploration. Thus, this project aims to address these challenges by integrating knowledge management, system thinking techniques, and an ontology-based approach into e-learning courseware focused on "suku kata terbuka" for 4-year-old students. The comprehensive approach seeks to provide a culturally relevant educational experience, focusing on the domain of study and the specific needs of 4-year-old students. Incorporating "suku kata terbuka" in the curriculum extends beyond linguistic development, boosting students' self-esteem, enhancing system thinking, and heightening interest in learning Bahasa Melayu.