ELB Learning Blog How Gamified Learning Increases Engagement in Higher Education

Keeping learners engaged can be a challenge. Distractions are everywhere, and traditional lectures often struggle to hold attention. Why? Because people crave interaction, participation, and a sense of agency in their learning experience.Rather than passively absorbing information, learners thrive when they are actively involved. Research shows that incorporating game-based learning -an approach that integrates elements of play, competition, and collaboration-enhances engagement and improves retention across all industries and age groups.So, how can organizations leverage gamified learning to create more dynamic and impactful training experiences? There are a number of use cases and success stories that we're reading about-gamified virtual campus tours, gamified scholarship challenges, and so much more. In this article, let's explore some areas where implementation is easier and results are immediate.