GAMIFICATION: A MODERN APPROACH TO TEACHING INFORMATICS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63034/esr-727Keywords:
Gamification, informatics, digital education, learning motivation, game-based technologies, algorithmic thinking, digital competence, interactive learning, modern pedagogical methodsAbstract
This article examines the pedagogical foundations and effectiveness of using gamification technology in teaching informatics. Gamification is analyzed as a modern teaching approach that enhances students’ learning motivation, stimulates cognitive activity, and allows complex informational concepts to be mastered more easily and clearly. The study highlights that integrating game elements (point collection, levels, rewards, competitions, and feedback) into the learning process positively influences students’ algorithmic thinking, logical abilities, and digital competencies. In addition, gamification is shown to improve the quality of completing practical tasks, foster self-directed learning skills, and establish a positive attitude toward learning in informatics lessons. The article also presents experiences in using digital platforms and pedagogical conditions for the effective implementation of gamification.
References
Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. (2017). “Digital Kazakhstan” State Program. Astana.
Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan. (2020). State Program for the Development of Education and Science for 2020–2025. Astana.
UNESCO. (2019). Artificial Intelligence in Education: Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Development. Paris: UNESCO Publishing.
Prensky, M. (2001). Digital Natives, Digital Immigrants. On the Horizon, 9(5), 1–6.
Deterding, S., Dixon, D., Khaled, R., & Nacke, L. (2011). From Game Design Elements to Gamefulness: Defining “Gamification”. Proceedings of the 15th International Academic MindTrek Conference, 9–15.
Kapp, K. M. (2012). The Gamification of Learning and Instruction: Game-Based Methods and Strategies for Training and Education. San Francisco: Pfeiffer.
Gee, J. P. (2007). What Video Games Have to Teach Us About Learning and Literacy. New York: Palgrave Macmillan.
Mayer, R. E. (2009). Multimedia Learning. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Holmes, W., Bialik, M., & Fadel, C. (2019). Artificial Intelligence in Education: Promises and Implications for Teaching and Learning. Boston: Center for Curriculum Redesign.
OECD. (2018). The Future of Education and Skills: Education 2030. Paris: OECD Publishing.
Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools. (2023). Informatics Curriculum (Primary and Basic School). Astana.
Seytalieva, A. K. (2021). Developing Information Literacy of Primary School Students in Digital Education Conditions. Pedagogy and Psychology, №4, 45–52.
Abdigaliyeva, G. M. (2022). Pedagogical Opportunities of Using Gamification Technology in the Learning Process. Kazakhstan School, №6, 18–23.
Godwin-Jones, R. (2018). Using Mobile Technology to Develop Language Skills and Digital Literacy. Language Learning & Technology, 22(3), 1–17.
Stockwell, G. (2022). Technology and Motivation in Language Learning and Digital Education. Computer Assisted Language Learning, 35(1–2), 1–15.
Downloads
Published
How to Cite
Issue
Section
Categories
License
Copyright (c) 2026 Kurmanaliyeva Gulzhan Basharovna
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
