Innovation Ideas - Gamification in Education

Applying video game design in learning contexts

Benefits

• Better learning experience & learning environment. Games are about problem solving, this alone makes them a great tool for teaching, learning and assessing.

• Gamification prompts behavioral change. It helps student focus, retain information, and improve their overall performance.

• Grades are the easiest thing to gamify, bringing instant feedback to acquired knowledge by introducing points, bonuses, achievements and even badges to reward students and assess their level of understanding of the subject.

• Gamification encourages team work allowing students to share their work on the internet, making them feel more motivated.

• Gamification can completely change the way young students look at school, and really help them to feel passionate about what they are studying.

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