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3.3 Forum. Gamification and Game-Based Learning
Requisitos de finalización
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Por hacer: Hacer publicaciones en foro: 3
Por hacer: Recibir una calificación
Games are more than just fun, they’re powerful learning tools. In this activity, you’ll explore the theory behind gamification and game-based learning and create interactive tasks that actively involve your students in their own language development.
Learning objective:
To define the principles of gamification and game-based learning and design activities that engage students through game-like elements.
Instructions:
Read the following articles:
Educational gamification vs. game based learning: Comparative study.
A Guide for Game-Design-Based Gamification.
Gamification and Technology-Based Learning: Uncovering the potential of using games in language teaching and learning.
Watch the video:
How to use gamification in language learning.
Research in any trustable pages about the topic.
Take notes using the most important ideas from the articles and video.
Create two gamified language learning activities using two different online tools.
Choose a topic and learning level.
Share your activity links in the class forum.
Complete and give feedback on two classmates’ activities.
Product to be delivered
A set of gamified activities for the classroom.
Evaluation criteria
Criterion
Score
The activity clearly defines the principles of gamification and game-based learning, distinguishing between the two concepts with appropriate examples.
25%
The gamified activities effectively incorporate game-like elements, ensuring the tasks are engaging, interactive, and designed to enhance students' language development.
25%
The activities make effective use of two different online tools to gamify language learning, demonstrating creativity and an understanding of the tools' potential for engagement and interactivity.
20%
The activities are relevant to the chosen topic and appropriate for the selected learning level, ensuring that they are accessible and suitable for the students' needs.
15%
The student provides constructive feedback on at least two classmates’ activities, offering meaningful suggestions and demonstrating engagement with others’ work.
5%
The activities are submitted on time, with working links to the gamified tasks, and posted in the class forum as instructed.
5%
The activities are well-organized and easy to follow, with clear instructions for students, and a professional, polished presentation.
5%
Total
100%
Resources:
Rula Al-Azawi, Fatma Al-Faliti, and Mazin Al-Blushi. (2016). Educational gamification vs. game based learning: Comparative study. International Journal of Innovation, Management and Technology, 7(4). https://www.ijimt.org/vol7/659-CM932.pdf
Gallego-Durán, F. J., Villagrá-Arnedo, C. J., Satorre-Cuerda, R., Compañ-Rosique, P., Molina-Carmona, R., & Llorens-Largo, F. (2019). A Guide for Game-Design-Based Gamification. Informatics, 6(4), 49. https://doi.org/10.3390/informatics6040049
informatics-06-00049-with-cover.pdf
Abdeen, F. H., & Albiladi, W. (2021). Gamification and Technology-Based Learning: Uncovering the potential of using games in language teaching and learning. Journal of Studies in Education, 11(2), 62. https://doi.org/10.5296/jse.v11i2.18339
British Council, TeachingEnglish. (2023). How to use gamification in language learning [Video]. YouTube. https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=f6_23KffS7M
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✅ Recommended Pages/Tools for Gamified Language Learning
1. 🎯 Wordwall
Website: https://wordwall.net
Use for: Quizzes, match-ups, games like "Whack-a-mole", "Open the box", and "Spin the wheel".
Why it's effective:
Easy to customize for vocabulary, grammar, or comprehension.
Offers both interactive (digital) and printable versions.
Students love the game-style format and visuals.
Best for: Vocabulary reviews, grammar drills, formative assessments.
2. 🧠 Quizizz
Website: https://quizizz.com
Use for: Multiplayer quizzes with leaderboards and instant feedback.
Why it's effective:
Real-time feedback and gamification (power-ups, avatars).
Students can work at their own pace or compete live.
Tracks student progress and provides analytics.
Best for: Competitive practice with grammar, reading, and listening.
3. ✏️ Kahoot!
Website: https://kahoot.com
Use for: Real-time quiz competitions with a strong gamified format.
Why it's effective:
Fun, energetic format perfect for review games.
Very easy to use and engaging with music and countdowns.
Works well for both online and in-person classes.
Best for: Icebreakers, vocabulary races, grammar reviews.
4. 💬 Baamboozle
Website: https://www.baamboozle.com
Use for: Team-based classroom games with points and simple visuals.
Why it's effective:
Supports team play, ideal for class collaboration.
No student logins required.
Great for speaking and listening games.
Best for: Speaking practice, Q&A games, grammar challenges.
5. 📚 Educandy
Website: https://www.educandy.com
Use for: Turn words and questions into interactive games (crosswords, match-up, word search).
Why it's effective:
Simple interface, especially useful for younger learners.
Students can play offline after downloading the game.
Best for: Spelling, vocabulary, pronunciation practice.
6. 🔠 Quizlet
Website: https://quizlet.com
Use for: Flashcards, games like "Match" and "Gravity", vocabulary reinforcement.
Why it's effective:
Great for self-paced learning and memorization.
Can integrate pictures, audio, and definitions.
Collaborative "Quizlet Live" is fun for teams.
Best for: Vocabulary and definitions, pronunciation, peer learning.
🔄 Suggested Tool Combinations for Activities
Wordwall + Quizizz → For a balance of interactive games and data tracking.
Kahoot! + Quizlet → For dynamic in-class engagement + self-study flashcards.
Baamboozle + Wordwall → For collaborative speaking games and individual digital practice.