The use of gamification in higher education to enhance learning and motivation.
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higher education; gamification; motivation; learningAbstract
The present research aimed to explore the impact of gamification and interactive online activities on teaching and learning processes in higher education. The main objective was to determine whether the integration of ludic and technological elements in virtual learning environments could enhance student motivation, engagement and academic performance. To this end, a systematic review of the scientific literature was carried out, analyzing the 154 articles obtained from SCOPUS that evaluated the effectiveness of these pedagogical strategies. The results obtained suggest that both gamification and interactive online activities have the potential to enrich the learning experience by fostering active participation, collaboration and intrinsic motivation of students. However, the effects on traditionally measured academic performance are more nuanced and require further research to draw definitive conclusions. In conclusion, the empirical evidence suggests that these innovative pedagogical strategies hold promise for transforming higher education, although further research is needed to better understand the mechanisms underlying their effects and to develop best practices for their implementation in diverse educational contexts.
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