Learning through Gameplay: Creating Memorable Learning Experiences with Games

Suwichai  Phunsa; Thanyachanok Pawala

doi:10.60027/jelr.2024.678

Authors

Suwichai Phunsa Mahasarakham University, Thailand https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1093-6999
Thanyachanok Pawala BUSINESS ECONOMICS, FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCE, Rajabhat Maha Sarakham University, Thailand, https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3512-9413

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.60027/jelr.2024.678

Keywords:

Learning through Gameplay, , Creating Memorable Learning Experiences, , Games

Abstract

Background and Aims: emphasizes the importance of games in making educational experiences more engaging and effective. It demonstrates how interactive and immersive game-based methods can significantly improve student motivation, comprehension, and retention of information. By investigating these methods, the paper provides useful insights into optimizing learning through innovative gameplay techniques. This paper aims to explore Learning through Gameplay: Creating Memorable Learning Experiences with Games.

Methodology: This paper is a documentary research paper that examines related literature and employs content analysis.

Result: The study found that educational games provide a transformative approach to learning by significantly increasing engagement, motivation, and knowledge retention. Their interactive nature, immediate feedback, and motivational components make them an appealing alternative to traditional teaching methods.

Conclusion: The study discovered that educational games enhance learning by increasing engagement, motivation, and retention through an interactive and feedback-driven design. This makes them a viable alternative to traditional teaching methods.

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