An Assessment into the impact of applying gamification teaching technique on O’level students’ learning experiences in Biology in selected schools in Seke district, Mashonaland East province · Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Author

Andrea, No-More

Title

An Assessment into the impact of applying gamification teaching technique on O’level students’ learning experiences in Biology in selected schools in Seke district, Mashonaland East province

Abstract

There are several methods of teaching that can be used in the teaching of Biology at Ordinary level. Gamification techniques presents students with a chance to engage with each other as well as their teacher through games in their learning experience. Thus this project investigates the impact of gamification techniques in education for secondary school students‟ learning experiences and outcomes in biology. Recognizing this significance , the study aims to assess how these game experiences enhance student engagement, understanding, and retention of biological concepts. The literature indicates that gamified learning opportunities foster deeper comprehension of scientific principles and promote collaborative skills among students. Due to the nature of the research ,a qualitative approach was adopted employing the descriptive survey research design to explore the teachers and students perception and experiences related to gamified based learning .Two secondary schools were chosen and made up the population and sample .Data were collected through personal interviews , questionnaires and focus group discussions. The gathered data were presented in descriptive form. Thematic and comparative analysis followed the presentation of data. The findings revealed that among others gamification techniques are an effective teaching method since they help students acquire useful knowledge while having fun, engagement and relaxation at the same time. Despite the usefulness of gamification techniques, noted challenges included time, finance, teachers incompetence and many others. The researcher recommended that before teachers employ gamification techniques in their lessons, teachers should firstly get adequate training on fundamentals of this gamified approach so that they properly guide students as they tend to dominate the gamified sessions. School administaration should allocate adequate time to show their support .These recommendations will help teachers ,students ,schools and other stakeholders.

Date

2025

Publisher

BUSE

Keywords

Gamification teaching technique

Ordinary level students

Biology

Learning experiences

Supervisor

Mr. L. Muzamba