THE EVOLUTION AND THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF GAMIFICATION IN EDUCATION
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Key words: Gamification, educational theory, game-based learning, engagement, educational innovation, learning motivation, key contributorsAbstract
Gamification is a transformative methodology that in recent times has revolutionized the pedagogies by integrating elements of game mechanics to boost students learning. This article addresses the components and rationale, key scholars, theories and concepts that contribute to our understanding of the origins, definitions and importance of gamification. This article aims to help bring some clarity within what seems like chaos by looking at the roots of gamification and key ideas underpinning it, briefly addressing why gamification is still relevant to educational contexts today.
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