Gamification is...

A Math teacher has developed a point structure that is presented on a leaderboard and has divided different concepts into levels, allowing students to progress at their own pace, independently of their classmates.

The "Level Up, Calgary" initiative, challenged all K-12 students to compete against their peers to reimagine and redesign Calgary's downtown core. They used Minecraft: Education Edition's immersive environment to connect with one another, find community partners, and eventually participate in an urban planning process.

Teacher vs. Class: Students must follow a rule set by the teacher. When a student respects the rule, the Class receives a point. When a student fails to follow a rule, the teacher earns a point. If the Class wins, there is a reward, such as a one-minute dance party, extra recess time, or fewer homework assignments.

Divide students into small groups with pads of paper, or stand up at the front and play as a class. Think of a word and put down one blank space for each letter. Have students guess letters, and write them in the blank spaces if they’re correct. If they’re incorrect, add another part to your stick figure.

The game ends when students have either guessed the correct word or the hangman is complete!

The sense of progression motivates continued effort. Leaderboards provide a social status element, as do points and badges. What game element does this describe?

From selecting and customizing an avatar to choosing the look-and-feel options (e.g., a dreamy theme or a bright color theme), accommodate individual preferences. What game element does this describe?

After completing the reading, what are advantages of gamifying e-learning content?