^Mandarinstories^ Prototype Design for Supporting Online-Merge-Offline (OMO) Learning
Jureynolds (a*), Yi Ying (a), Lohannes (b), Lohansen (b)

(a)Chinese Department (Faculty of Humanities), Bina Nusantara University, Jl.
Kemanggisan Ilir III No. 45, Jakarta, Indonesia, 11480
*jureynolds[at]binus.edu
(b)Lingoace, Jl. Mega Kuningan Barat III Lot 10. 1-6, Jakarta, Indonesia, 12950

Abstract

Entering the new normal era, there is an opinion that online learning will become a new hybrid learning model, and this is called Online-Merged-Offline (OMO) Learning. This transition will be meaningless if there is no technical readiness, an LMS based on mobile apps is a hybrid infrastructure that can be adapted to these needs. This study uses a qualitative method that focuses on designing and customizing the Mandarinstories application, a prototype learning management system based on mobile apps. Based on a survey of 51 Mandarin language learners during the pandemic, it was found that offline and online learning experienced various difficulties in terms of learning time management, delivery of learning materials, and types of interactive and applicable practice questions. To overcome this, an application design called Mandarinstories was made. This application will adjust its features to overcome the problems faced by learners when learning Mandarin online. Some of the initial features designed include digital-based learning materials- interactive exercises in the form of chat-based learning and game-based learning- flexible schedule and reminders- video channel for learning- and downloadable learning materials. Through this research, the author offers the Mandarinstories application design, as well as design features that will be developed by the development team.

Keywords: Mandarinstories- Prototype design- OMO Learning

Topic: Education Technology