Towards movement-based interaction for tawaf training investigating its suitability for older adults

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 natura...

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Main Authors: Othman, Nur Zuraifah Syazrah (Author), Kari, Sarudin (Author), Mohd. Rahim, Mohd. Shafry (Author), Ghazali, Masitah (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Penerbit UTM Press, 2015-08-01.
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