gamification

noun

gam·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌgā-mə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce gamification (audio)
: the process of adding games or gamelike elements to something (such as a task) so as to encourage participation
gamify transitive verb
gamified; gamifying; gamifies
Easy-to-use Web- and mobile-based learning platforms … take the boredom out of long training sessions by gamifying the entire process. A training manual is replaced by an interactive game that allows participants to win awards and be acknowledged. J. J. Rosen

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The basic concept of gamification isn't new, but the word itself is a 21st-century addition to the English lexicon. The word refers to the incorporation of game elements, like point and reward systems, to tasks as incentives for people to participate. In other words, gamification is about making something potentially tedious into a game. Gamification is effective because it taps into people's natural desires for competition and achievement. Teachers, managers, and others use gamification to increase participation and improve productivity. Gamification is also often an essential feature in apps and websites designed to motivate people to meet personal challenges, like weight-loss goals and learning foreign languages; tracking your progress is more fun if it feels like a game.

Examples of gamification in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The company continues to be a leader in cost-competitive e-commerce in China, and tactics like gamification to boost user engagement show proficiency in its ability to continue to drive growth and compete with emerging players. Gurufocus, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024 Introduce elements of gamification, such as friendly competitions, contests, or reward systems, to make tasks more engaging and enjoyable. William Arruda, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024 Arm four included all the same interventions as arm three but added competitive gamification as well. Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 5 Aug. 2024 Samsung also announced several other updates to its smart home platform, including app design improvements, new device control options, a hub backup option, shareable routines, and the gamification of its SmartThings Energy feature. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 1 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for gamification 

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Word History

Etymology

game entry 1 + -ification

First Known Use

2006, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of gamification was in 2006

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“Gamification.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gamification. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.

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