Episode #45 Elevate Learning with Gamification Techniques
In this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss:
- What is Gamification?
- Common uses of Gamification EdTech Tools
- Ideas for Implementing Gamification into the Classroom
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Segment 1: What is Gamification?
- Gamification is an alternative method of learning compared to the traditional idea of learning. Instead of fearing the task of learning new things, gamification uses game elements to encourage and motivate students through the use of a game or a fun activity.
- Examples of gamification elements:
- Badges
- Experience points
- Level ups
- Leaderboards
Segment 2: What are some commonly used gamification EdTech tools?
- Flippity
- Play Brighter – students answer questions successfully earning currency that can be used to customize their avatars in the game.
- Minecraft Education Edition – students interact, collaborate on projects, and share portfolios with their peers in a game world related to the content you’re teaching. While you can build your own Minecraft world, there are pre-built worlds and lessons already available on the app.
- Crossword Puzzle Maker
- Jigsaw Planet
- Wheel of Names
- Voki
- G-SUITE
- Red Reveal- drawings
- Scoreboard- sheets
- Hyperdoc- docs
- Lock Code- Forms
Segment 3: What are some gamification ideas you can...
