Motivational Elements in Computer Games for Learning Mathematics

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v16i10.20417

Keywords:

e-learning, m-learning, Mahematics, educational computer games, motivation

Abstract


One of the main drawbacks of delivering new teaching lessons in e-learning systems is the lack of motivation for using those systems. This paper analyses which elements of computer games for learning mathematics have a beneficial effect on intrinsic motivation and give students continuous feedback in order to improve the learning process. While the control group has access to the basic version of the educational computer game, the experimental group uses the version enriched with additional motivational elements which include enhanced graphics for indulging in the game, messages of support while playing the game, and the possibility to compare results with fellow peers in terms of trophies and medals won.

Author Biographies

Petar Juric, University of Rijeka

Department of Informatics, PhD in Information and Communication Sciences

Marija Brkic Bakaric, University of Rijeka

Department of Informatics, assistant professor

Maja Matetic, University of Rijeka

Department of Informatics, full professor

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Published

2021-05-25

How to Cite

Juric, P., Brkic Bakaric, M., & Matetic, M. (2021). Motivational Elements in Computer Games for Learning Mathematics. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET), 16(10), pp. 275–287. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v16i10.20417

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 10 (2021)

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Papers

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