Game-Based Learning vs Gamification

What is gamification?

• The application of game elements and digital game design techniques to non-game contexts

• Playing board games or bingo with specific content from the lesson

• Using points, achievements, badges, and leaderboards as extrinsic motivational tools

• Inserting some elements of a game into traditional activities

What is the main difference between GBL and gamification?

• GBL uses game elements as extrinsic motivational tools, while gamification uses them to enhance traditional activities

• GBL is about inserting game elements into traditional activities, while gamification focuses on the learning process through playing games

• GBL and gamification are the same thing

• GBL is more effective than gamification in educational settings

Which of the following is an example of GBL?

• Using points and leaderboards in a reading task

• Playing a board game with specific content from the lesson

• Inserting game elements into a traditional classroom activity

• Using badges as extrinsic motivational tools

What are the elements of gamification?

• Points, achievements, badges, and leaderboards

• Playing board games or bingo

• Specific content from the lesson

• Extrinsic motivational tools

How would you define gamification?

• The application of game elements and digital game design techniques to non-game contexts

• Playing board games or bingo with specific content from the lesson

• Using points, achievements, badges, and leaderboards as extrinsic motivational tools

• Inserting some elements of a game into traditional activities