Evaluation of Achievement Badges as a Gamification Method for Increasing Motivation in e-Learning

Authors

  • Alexandra Nikolova Institute of Mathematics and Informatics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Vladimir Georgiev Computer Science Department, American University in Bulgaria, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria
  • Emanuela Mitreva Institute of Mathematics and Informatics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Sofia, Bulgaria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55630/dipp.2024.14.22

Keywords:

Achievements Badges, Learning Motivation, e-Learning, Gamification

Abstract

In this article we discuss achievement badges as a way to motivate students’ learning process. We present an experiment that includes two groups of students, enrolled in an online mathematics course for a one-month period. The article illustrates the results and effects of using badges in e-learning.

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Published

2024-09-05

How to Cite

Nikolova, A., Georgiev, V., & Mitreva, E. (2024). Evaluation of Achievement Badges as a Gamification Method for Increasing Motivation in e-Learning. Digital Presentation and Preservation of Cultural and Scientific Heritage, 14, 241–248. https://doi.org/10.55630/dipp.2024.14.22

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Vol. 14 (2024): Digital Presentation and Preservation of Cultural and Scientific Heritage

Section

Short Papers

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