The game has always represented a role of fundamental importance in the activation of learning processes. The development of videogames have given a distinctive mark to the introduction of innovative technologies in education. With the advent of Generation Z, the theme of the game has become very important for human life. The effect of these factors has led to the birth of the phenomenon of gamification both in school environments (Biró, 2014) and in work contexts, becoming a management practice (Mollik and Rothbard, 2015; Kapp, 2012). In summary, attention will be focused on three different points of view: the contribution of gamification in motivational processes, the type of skills developed and the effectiveness of the learning process activated. Surely, the development of human skills is successful where investments are correctly managed and oriented. The effectiveness of an educational process is subject to three conditions: the involvement of the student, the accurate analysis of his training needs and the adoption of effective tools for the desired purpose. In this regard, the Theory of Intentional Change formulated by Richard Boyatzis suggests that without the drive for personal improvement, any activity would be useless.

The Role of Gamification and the New Technologies in the Construction of Mathematical Thinking

Nicolina Pastena;
2021-01-01

Abstract

The game has always represented a role of fundamental importance in the activation of learning processes. The development of videogames have given a distinctive mark to the introduction of innovative technologies in education. With the advent of Generation Z, the theme of the game has become very important for human life. The effect of these factors has led to the birth of the phenomenon of gamification both in school environments (Biró, 2014) and in work contexts, becoming a management practice (Mollik and Rothbard, 2015; Kapp, 2012). In summary, attention will be focused on three different points of view: the contribution of gamification in motivational processes, the type of skills developed and the effectiveness of the learning process activated. Surely, the development of human skills is successful where investments are correctly managed and oriented. The effectiveness of an educational process is subject to three conditions: the involvement of the student, the accurate analysis of his training needs and the adoption of effective tools for the desired purpose. In this regard, the Theory of Intentional Change formulated by Richard Boyatzis suggests that without the drive for personal improvement, any activity would be useless.
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