Gamification in Education and Beyond: Mechanisms, Impact and Challenges

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  • Piyathida Sereebenjapol Faculty of Science and Arts, Burapha University Chanthaburi Campus
  • Tanonrat Naktang Faculty of Science and Arts, Burapha University Chanthaburi Campus
  • Sutthirak Suwandecha Faculty of Science and Arts, Burapha University Chanthaburi Campus
  • Steven John Bodley Faculty of Science and Arts, Burapha University Chanthaburi Campus

คำสำคัญ:

Gamification, Motivation, Learning Engagement, Knowledge Retention, Educational Technology

บทคัดย่อ

This academic article explores the concept of gamification as an innovative strategy that enhances learning and engagement across educational and professional contexts. Drawing from psychological theories and motivational frameworks, the article examines how gamification—through elements such as points, badges, leaderboards, and storytelling—can improve learning outcomes, foster motivation, and support knowledge retention. It also discusses the emotional and social dimensions of gamified environments, including the roles of narrative, competition, and collaboration. While the benefits of gamification are well-documented, this article also highlights key challenges such as inconsistent effectiveness, overreliance on extrinsic rewards, and technological limitations. Finally, it considers emerging trends such as AI-driven personalization and immersive technologies, which point to promising future directions. By analyzing both the potential and limitations of gamification, this article contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of its role in education, training, and organizational development.

 

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2025-06-30

How to Cite

Sereebenjapol, P. ., Naktang, T. ., Suwandecha, S. ., & Bodley, S. J. . (2025). Gamification in Education and Beyond: Mechanisms, Impact and Challenges. วารสารศิลปศาสตร์ราชมงคลพระนคร Journal of Liberal Arts Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon, 5(1), 80–94. สืบค้น จาก https://so07.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/LiberalJ/article/view/8372