TOWARDS MOVEMENT-BASED INTERACTION FOR TAWAF TRAINING INVESTIGATING ITS SUITABILITY FOR OLDER ADULTS
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https://doi.org/10.11113/jt.v75.4990Keywords:
Gesture, natural interaction, tawaf, edutainmentAbstract
Training of Tawaf (a rite in Hajj- the Muslim pilgrimage) has been limited to traditional method of text-reading and talk-listening. An edutainment approach of virtual environment simulation training could offer a more immersive experience through realistic Tawaf settings. Constructing a more natural interaction style for the virtual training, besides enhancing its realism value, could be the missing link in providing the engagement factor that appeal to older users. This paper describe a preliminary study in finding out a first indication on whether a natural interaction style through body movements could also be suitable for older users. Encouraging results showed that there is little difference in gesture performance of Istilam (a Tawaf gesture) between group of adult participants and group of older (age above 60) participants, suggesting the applicability of movement-based Tawaf training interaction to older adults as well.
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