Investigating the Impact of Game-Based Learning and Gamification Strategies in Physical Education: A Comprehensive Systematic Review

Year 2024, , 1 - 14, 01.06.2024

Gamze Mercan , Zümrüt Varol Selçuk

https://doi.org/10.47157/jietp.1389843

Abstract

This study deals with the integration of game-based learning strategies and gamification in education, focusing on physical education. The aim is to critically evaluate the evidence gathered over the last decade on the influence of game-based learning (GBL) and gamification on various research variables. The study encompasses an analysis of different educational levels, variables, game dynamics, and the variety of games used. It also seeks to uncover the potential benefits of deploying such game-centred methods in education. This systematic review is based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) approach, and includes a thorough search of five interdisciplinary databases. It includes a comprehensive screening process with specific inclusion and exclusion criteria, focusing on quantitative experimental research that investigates the application of gamification and GBL in the context of physical education. The findings highlight the substantial role of GBL and gamification as effective educational tools, particularly noting their positive effects on student engagement, academic achievements, and the enhancement of health and physical fitness levels. The study underscores the necessity for further exploration into the specific needs and challenges faced by students engaged in learning through these innovative educational approaches.

Keywords

Educational gaming strategies, gamified learning, comprehensive literature analysis, physical training education

Thanks

I would like to express my profound gratitude to my dearest mother, “Leyla Mercan, for her financial and emotional support throughout my educational journey. Her love and constant backing have been a cornerstone of this academic achievement.

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