Clinical Report: A Pilot Study on an Arabic Gamified Quiz for Parents

Overview

This pilot study assessed the effectiveness of a 25-item Arabic gamified quiz aimed at enhancing parental awareness of early developmental warning signs in children aged 0-3 years. Results indicated a significant increase in knowledge scores among participants after engaging with the quiz.

Background

Early identification of developmental issues is crucial for timely intervention, which can significantly improve outcomes for children. In Saudi Arabia, there is a noted lack of parental awareness regarding developmental milestones, which may contribute to delays in seeking necessary services. This study addresses the need for culturally and linguistically appropriate educational tools to support parents in recognizing early developmental red flags.

Data Highlights

Key Findings

• Mean knowledge scores increased significantly from 78.6% to 92.5% after the quiz.
• 87.3% of participants demonstrated improved post-test scores.
• The study utilized a single-session pre-post interventional design.
• The quiz provided immediate explanatory feedback to participants.
• A large effect size was observed (Cohen's d = 1.04).

Clinical Implications

The findings suggest that gamified educational tools may effectively enhance parental awareness of developmental concerns. Such tools could be integrated into broader educational initiatives aimed at improving early detection and intervention practices.

Conclusion

The pilot study indicates that a gamified quiz can significantly improve parental recognition of early developmental warning signs. Further research is warranted to evaluate long-term impacts and broader applicability.

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