Gamification is the idea of incorporating game-based mechanics into a non-gaming environment, like the classroom. These mechanics include leveling up, gaining experience points (XP), earning badges, etc.

First, we need to decide whether you would like to start small or dive in to something bigger. Both are okay!

Starting Small:

Lesson or Unit

Diving In:

Semester or Year

Use the setting and language from the theme you chose to create an immersive experience.

ex. instead of groups, perhaps each group is a guild.

Experience Points (XP)

Leaderboards

Levels

Badges

Items

Incorporate some other mechanics:

Side Quests

Boss Battles

Currency

If you do not have a relationship with your students, gamification is going to be difficult for you. You have to know something about them to be able to motivate them.

I would love to connect and collaborate with you all!

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