Jawi on Mobile devices with Jawi wordsearch game application

Mobile devices are becoming more complex with new embedded features that can turn mobile devices into miniaturized personal computers. Mobile games which are considered as entertainment can also become a creative medium of learning that is enjoyable and flexible when infused with educational content. Apart from encouraging mobility, this technology allows education to be delivered in a more flexible way; anywhere, anytime and under any situation. This article discusses the Jawi WordSearch game, an educational mobile game that utilizes the mobile devices´ capabilities combined with the game approach to create an interactive mobile game which enables users to learn spelling in Jawi. Developed for the mobile platform, it is capable of introducing, attracting and encouraging youngsters to learn how to spell the Jawi word.