2SPF101 Gamification
Learning outcomes
By completing the course, the student will have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student
- has extensive knowledge of central topics, theories, issues, processes, tools and methods related to gamification
- is familiar with research and development work related to gamification
- has knowledge of the subject area’s history, traditions, characteristics and place in society
- has knowledge of the social aspects of gamification
Skills
The student
- is able to apply academic knowledge and relevant results from research and development work to practical and theoretical issues in order to develop gamification using an appropriate game engine
- is able to reflect on their own professional practice and adapt it under supervision
- is able to find, evaluate and refer to information and academic material, and present it in ways that shed light on an issue
- is fully conversant with relevant professional tools, techniques and forms of expression
- is able to update their knowledge on gamification
General competence
The student
- is able to exchange points of view and experiences with others with a background from the subject area and thus contribute to the development of best practices
- is familiar with new thinking and innovation processes
Course content
Gamification is the use of game thinking and game technology in a non-game-based context. The course is both practically and theoretically oriented, focusing on gamifying a reality-based data set for use in teaching or visualisation.
Central topics:
- gamification
- developing a gamification product
- opportunities and market for gamification products
Teaching and working methods
The course is organised as a combination of lectures, practical exercises and supervision. Throughout the course, students will do practical work on a gamification project individually and in groups.
Coursework requirements
- 2-4 group-based assignments
- attendance at lectures in accordance with the teaching plan
- attendance at laboratory teaching in accordance with the teaching plan
Passed coursework requirements are only valid for 12 months. Students who apply for retake of exams/folder assignments after 12 months will have to pass the coursework requirements again next time the course is taught.
Examination
- 1 group-based oral examination which counts for 40% of the grade
- 1 group-based folder assignment which count for 60% of the grade
In the case of group examinations, all group members share responsibility for the full content of the assignment/product/performance.
To pass the course, both examinations must receive a passing grade.
Alphabetical grades are used, on a scale from A to F, with E as the lowest passing grade.