Social Learning Network-Based Digital Meditation Space For Metta ‘Loving-Kindness’ Meditation: Gomindful App
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Digital Meditation Space: GoMindful App, Social Learning Network, Metta ‘Loving-Kindness’ MeditationAbstract
This study investigates the design, implementation, and evaluation of a novel digital meditation space, the GoMindful App for Metta ‘Loving-Kindness’ Meditation utilizing a social learning network framework. Developed using the Lee & Owens (2004) model, the app features a meditation room, meditation tracker, meditation schedule, chat room & consultation, meditation materials, and a podcast. Validation results showed high feasibility, and meditator satisfaction was rated excellent. The app effectively enhances Metta ‘Loving-Kindness’ Meditation by providing structured guidance, builds a supportive meditator community through interactive features, and facilitates comprehensive knowledge construction about Metta ‘Loving-Kindness’ Meditation. Regular content updates, new feature additions, and expert collaboration are essential for further development and maintaining high-quality content.
Abstrak
Penelitian ini menyelidiki desain, implementasi, dan evaluasi ruang meditasi digital baru, yaitu GoMindful App untuk Metta 'Loving-Kindness' Meditation dengan memanfaatkan kerangka jaringan pembelajaran sosial. Dikembangkan menggunakan model Lee & Owens, aplikasi ini memiliki fitur ruang meditasi, pelacak histori meditasi, jadwal meditasi, ruang obrolan dan konsultasi, materi meditasi, dan podcast. Hasil validasi menunjukkan tingkat kelayakan yang sangat tinggi, dan kepuasan pengguna dinilai sangat baik. Aplikasi ini secara efektif meningkatkan praktik Metta ‘Loving-Kindness’ Meditation dengan memberikan panduan yang terstruktur, membangun komunitas pendukung bagi para meditator melalui fitur interaktif, dan memfasilitasi konstruksi pengetahuan yang komprehensif tentang Metta ‘Loving-Kindness’ Meditation. Pembaruan konten yang rutin, penambahan fitur baru, dan kolaborasi dengan para ahli sangat penting untuk pengembangan lebih lanjut dan menjaga kualitas konten yang tinggi.
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