Game-Based Learning

December 3, 2016

What Is Gamification? (And How Does It Differ From Gaming?)

When parents search for an eLearning platform for their children, they might be turned off by the term gamification. First of all, gaming and gamification are not the same thing. Τhis article will clarify what is gamification once and for all.

by Elizabeth Goodhue

November 30, 2016

Game-Based Learning And Adult Learning Styles

Defining how the way we study matters, through 3 adult learning styles; auditory, kinesthetic, and visual learning. Here is what happens when we bring game-based learning and adult learning styles together.

by T.Raven Meyers

November 20, 2016

7 eLearning Gamification Tips To Enhance Problem Solving Skills

Problem-solving is one of the most challenging skills to develop. It takes experience, trial-and-error, and lateral thinking to arrive at a solution. In this article, I'll share 7 tips to enhance problem-solving skills with eLearning gamification.

by Christopher Pappas

November 14, 2016

eBook Release: Why You Should Adopt Gamification For Corporate Training

Organizations today cannot ignore the use of gamification in their learning strategy. This eBook Why You Should Adopt Gamification For Corporate Training provides insights on how gamification is poised to impact corporate training and why it makes business sense to adopt it.

by Asha Pandey

November 8, 2016

Learning Game Design: Teaching Declarative Knowledge With Serious Games

Different types of knowledge require different types of learning game design. Let’s look at the most basic form of knowledge, Declarative Knowledge, and how to create games to help learners acquire this knowledge.

by Karl Kapp

November 1, 2016

eBook: What Is Gamification And How Can It Enhance Corporate Training

While it has now been established that gamification can enhance the learning experience, many are still unsure how exactly it can be used to complement their existing learning strategies. This eBook What Is Gamification And How Can It Enhance Corporate Training provides insights on just that.

by Asha Pandey

October 30, 2016

4 Psychology Books To Help You Create Meaningful Gamification Experiences

When it comes to constructing your gamified course, it's crucial to understand the psychology behind it. Check out these 4 books if you want to fully commit to create meaningful gamification experiences.

by Josh Carlyle

October 22, 2016

The Educational And Political Capacities Of Video Gaming: An Academic’s View

In this article Dr. Kate O’Halloran of the University of Melbourne discusses the educational and political capacities of video gaming.

by Sarah Bock

October 13, 2016

Mobile Game-Based Learning For Onboarding And Sales Proficiency: A Case Study

The popularity of mobile devices is on the rise. Most organizations are now open to the idea of taking advantage of the increase in smartphone/tablet use in the workplace for eLearning delivery. Mobile game-based learning is a powerful amalgam of effective learning and just-in-time delivery.

by Heena Nanda

October 10, 2016

5 Tell-Tale Signs That Your Online Learners Are Ready For Gamification

How do you know if your online learners are prepared for badges, points, leaderboards, and levels? In this article, I'll share 5 tell-tale signs that your audience is ready for eLearning gamification.

by Christopher Pappas

September 24, 2016

Gamification Of Learning: 3 Things We Learn From Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO was an instant success, which lasted an instant. What lessons can we take from this episode? How can we relate these lessons to gamification of learning?

by Guy Boulet

August 31, 2016

Top 4 Gamification Problems To Avoid

There are many ways gamification can be rendered ineffective in an educational setting. Here are a few gamification problems to avoid if you’re considering adding an element of gamification to your training.

by Jayme Jenkins