Basics
Define Gamification
What is...the use of game elements in a non-game context.
What are "points"?
Used to track progress.
Mastery orientation
Focuses on improvement
What is the purpose of points?
What is...motivation?
Structural gamification
Add game structure.
Difference between games and gamification?
Games are full systems, gamification adds game-like elements.
What are "Badges"?
Symbols to show achievements.
Engagement Strategies
what are...challenges/rewards
What do badges represent?
What is...real achievements.
Competition based gameification.
Players have a level of competition between them to motivate.
Purpose of gamification in a classroom?
Increase engagement with students.
What is a "leaderboard"?
Used to rank the "players".
What is... a continuous learning cycle.
What is the point of the leaderboard design?
Promote fair competition.
Progression based gameification
Students have level up advancements.
When should you use gamification?
When is...to motivate learners.
What are "levels"?
Used to show progress.
Progression loop
what is...advancing stages.
How do you handle losers?
Find a way to avoid discouragement.
Badge-based gameification
A rewards based system.
Example of gamification?
A points system in the classroom.
What is "feedback"?
Information based on your performance
Good questions
what is...clear and meaningful.
How can you prevent cheating?
Ensure that it's a fair system.