What parents can take from this research
Motivational design can support participation, but the mathematical task still has to be worth practising.
What the research found
Gamification has shown positive average effects on several educational outcomes, while the literature also contains mixed findings and meaningful design differences.
Full citation
Ming Li et al. (2023). Examining the effectiveness of gamification as a tool promoting teaching and learning in educational settings: a meta-analysis. Frontiers in Psychology.
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