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Pros & Cons

of

Gamification

In Education

Pros

  • A better learning experience
  • Instant feedback
  • Better learning environment
  • Badging allows for personal- ization and proficiency�

Cons

  • When used excessively or wrongly
  • Making play mandatory rather than intrinsic
  • Mastery rewarded rather than effort
  • Failure is an opportunity to learn

2 of 2

Pros & Cons of

Gamification In Education

Pros

  • A better learning experience
  • Instant feedback
  • Better learning environment
  • Badging allows for personal- ization and proficiency�

Cons

  • When used excessively or wrongly
  • Making play mandatory rather than intrinsic
  • Mastery rewarded rather than effort
  • Failure is an opportunity to learn