Is Sustainable Online Learning Possible with Gamification?—The Effect of Gamified Online Learning on Student Learning

Is Sustainable Online Learning Possible with Gamification?—The Effect of Gamified Online Learning on Student Learning

Sungjin Park, Sangkyun Kim

The use of gamification is garnering attention as a method that promotes sustainable learning during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) era. This study investigates the effect that gamified online learning has on student learning and has utilized a gamified online learning program to examine the impact. To determine the program’s effectiveness, a study has been conducted with 140 elementary and middle school students. A previously developed survey instrument was used to measure the results. The study’s findings suggest that gamification in online learning has a positive impact on learner motivation and the understanding of the educational content. Based on the findings, this study proposes that gamification should be used as a sustainable method to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) of ensuring “quality education”.

2021

SDGs, gamification, Gamification in education, sustainable online learning

10.3390/su13084267

Biotemas

Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina

Environmental effects of industries and plants, Renewable energy sources, Environmental sciences