“Playing a game is the voluntary attempt to overcome unnecessary obstacles.”
― Bernard Suits, The Grasshopper: Games, Life and Utopia
Why do we adopt the Gamified Training Approach?
Gamification is a design that places the most emphasis on human motivation in the process.
In essence, it is Human-Focused Design. Training designers can create engaging experiences that cater to intrinsic motivators and promote positive learning experiences.
Benefits include:
- Increased engagement and participation in training
- Improved knowledge retention and skill acquisition
- Greater motivation and enthusiasm for learning
- Enhanced problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Better collaboration and teamwork
- Higher levels of employee satisfaction and retention
- Promoted attitude and behavioral changes
The Octalysis Framework for Gamification & Behavioral Design
1. Epic Meaning & Calling
2. Development & Accomplishment
3. Empowerment
4. Ownership & Possession
5. Social Influence & Relatedness
6. Scarcity & Impatience
7. Unpredictability & Curiosity
8. Loss & Avoidance
References:
Chou, Y. (2015a). Actionable gamification: beyond points, badges, and leaderboards.