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Gamification in Education

AASCIT Journal of Psychology
Vol.1 , No. 1, Publication Date: Sep. 22, 2015, Page: 5-8

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[1]	Tina Marie Gonzales, Department of Psychology, Coastline Community College, California, USA.

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to provide how gaming mechanics, called gamification, can help engage students in education. The research looks at well-known gamification enthusiasts’ point-of-views, gamification models, and tools to create gamification. The research findings presented brings to light the lack of motivation problem in education. As education requires constant change in the way of teaching, gamification offers unique insight into intrinsic motivation. The findings presented may be useful in engaging student learning, not just by the memorization of facts, but by presenting a motivational educational environment.

Keywords

Gamification, Education, Engagement, Motivation, Psychology

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