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GBL, gamification and game design
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GAMES
A game is a type of play where participants follow defined rules (Houghton et al., 2013).
IS A GAME THE SAME AS A TOY?
Who plays games?
Average: 35 years old playing over 12 years & 20 hours a week (peak: 45)
Kinds of players
But… why do we play?
Games make us to feel good, they stimulate some hormones: Dopamine, Serotonin, Oxytocin
Activated by achievement and reward, they are crucial for learning and affected by our expectations
Traits for a good game
Other aspects to take into account: r.e.s.p.e.c.t. forumula
R. Rules
E. Environment
S. Scenario
P. Props
E. Ending
C. Challenge
T. Timing
Benefits of using games in education
Game Based Learning (GBL)
“Playing games to reach specific learning objectives, whether they belong to knowledge, skills, or attitudes.”
GBL usually includes a game-like environment and practice of the learning content through activities like theatre and role play. The learning process comes as a result of playing the game.
Learning methodologies that use games
Gamification
“Process of adding games or game elements to something (such as a task) so as to encourage participation and motivation”.
So-called “game elements” can be points, achievements, badges, and leaderboards. Basically, they are used as extrinsic motivational tools in traditional classroom activities.
Usually, the learning process comes as a result inserting some elements of a game into traditional activities.
Game design
“Game design is the process of creating a game from scratch, by shaping the mechanics, components, systems, and rules of a game.”
Gamification examples