Running Theses

Effects of Gamification on Learners' Motivation and Engagement in Digital Learning Experiences

Gamification” is the use of game design elements in non-game contexts.

This bachelor thesis focuses on the effects of gamification on motivation and engagement in digital learning. A three-phase user study is included. The study will recruit 40 participants divided into two groups: one using a gamified platform (Datacamp) to learn Python, and the other using a non-gamified medium.

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