Leveling Up Learning: AI-Powered Gamification for Improving Student Engagement and Motivation
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2024-09-06
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Meagen Courtney Giannios
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University of Saskatchewan
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This paper explores the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and gamification in educational settings, with a focus on enhancing student engagement, motivation, and learning outcomes in Grade 5 classrooms. It highlights the potential of AI to create personalized learning experiences and provide real-time feedback, empowering both students and teachers to make data-driven instructional decisions. Gamification’s ability to foster motivation and engagement through game-like elements is also examined, with empirical studies indicating positive impacts on cognitive, motivational, and behavioral learning outcomes. However, the paper critically examines challenges, including data privacy concerns and the need to balance AI and gamification with traditional teaching methods. It emphasizes using these tools thoughtfully to prevent excessive screen time and ensure they contribute meaningfully to learning. The paper concludes with practical implications for educators and recommendations for future research, advocating for a thoughtful and ethical integration of AI-enhanced gamification to create inclusive, engaging, and balanced learning environments.
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Gamification in Education, Theory of Gamified Learning, AI in Education, Motivation and Engagement in Learning, Personalized Learning