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RESULTS
The following modules provide an overview on the concept of gamification. Through them you will be able to explore how game-based techniques and digital tools can be harnessed to enhance motivation, engagement, and learning outcomes for adult learners.
MODULE 1
In the first Module, you can explore the definition of gamification and its role in adult education, the history and evolution of gamification, and the benefits and advantages of gamification in adult education.
The Module contains useful information about what techniques can gamification contribute to adult education, and how gamification is used to make tasks more interesting, playful, fun and easy, different educational games in training and their benefits and advantages.
MODULE 2
In the second Module, you can explore principles and theories of gamification with digital tools, an explanation of the basic principles of gamification such as scoring, rewards, competition, and challenges, learning theories associated with gamification, and how to design effective gamified learning experiences (achieving objectives).
The Module contains important information about some theories associated with gamification, such as behaviourism, constructivism, self-determination and the flow theory with its key principles.
MODULE 3
In the third Module, you can explore the main tools and technologies for gamification, an overview of platforms, software, and useful tools for gamification and selection criteria for gamification technologies.
The Module consists of the information, presents gamification platforms, which are complete systems integrating various game elements to engage and motivate users in educational or professional contexts, and the guides on how to use these useful platforms for teachers/administrators and for students.
MODULE 4
In the fourth Module, you can explore the practical strategies for integrating games into educational settings.
Moreover, you can learn about: understanding the difference between games as entertainment and as educational tools; exploring strategies to balance both aspects effectively; adjusting games to accommodate linguistic cultural and educational differences among students; developing methods to personalize gaming experiences based on learners’ needs; addressing specific challenges related to language culture; and other influencing factors in educational gaming.
METHODOLOGIES FOR THE SPECIFIC TARGET GROUPS
Unemployed
Adults
Adults
with dissabilities
Adults
in prison
Intergenerational
mixed groups
The methodologies of GAMES4YOU have been created to facilitate the effective use of each module of the e-toolkit, which are designed to assist adult educators in enhancing the learning experience through gamification and innovative techniques. Each methodology represents an adaptation of a general e-toolkit, tailored to meet the specific needs and challenges of different target groups.
Each methodology includes additional content, practical examples, recommended digital tools, case studies, best practices, and specific activities for the specific target group. The methodology ensures greater accessibility for different groups of adult learners.
The objectives of these methodologies:
Educators will be better equipped to create engaging and effective teaching and learning experiences using the customised e-tool.
Enhance digital skills. The inclusion of digital tools and resources will encourage both educators and adult learners to develop and improve their digital skills.
Train educators in innovative teaching methods.
Dissemination of good practices.
The methodology produced will contribute to the long-term sustainability of gamified adult education.
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