Graduate Research Papers
Availability
Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Abstract
Structural gamification is the addition of elements traditionally found in games into a classroom environment. This research examines the effects of gamification on student engagement in 3rd grade in a math classroom. In this mixed-methods research, a group of 3rd grade students were taught both gamified and non-gamified lessons. At the end of each lesson, the students were given surveys to assess their thoughts on both lesson formats and were observed for on-task and off-task behaviors. This research found that gamified lessons were more effective at improving engagement compared to non-gamified lessons. Future research on gamification in elementary classrooms was recommended
Year of Submission
2024
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
First Advisor
Leigh Zeitz
Date Original
5-2024
Object Description
1 PDF (39 pages)
Copyright
©2024 Ellen Braet
Language
en
Recommended Citation
Braet, Ellen, "Gamification and Engagement in a 3rd Grade Classroom" (2024). Graduate Research Papers. 4150.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/grp/4150
