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2022

A primer on gamification standardization

Authors
de Queiros, RAP; Pinto, M; Simões, A; Portela, CF;

Publication
Research Anthology on Game Design, Development, Usage, and Social Impact

Abstract
Computer science education has always been a challenging topic for both sides of the trench: educators and learners. Nowadays, with the pandemic state that we are facing, these challenges are even greater, leading educators to look for strategies that promote effective virtual learning. One of such strategies includes the use of game mechanics to improve student engagement and motivation. This design strategy is typically called gamification. Nowadays, gamification is being seen as the solution to solve most of the issues related to demotivation, complexity, or tedious tasks. In the latest years, we saw thousands of educational applications being created with gamification in mind. Nevertheless, this has been an unsustainable growth with ad hoc designs and implementations of educational gamified applications, hampering interoperability and the reuse of good practices. This chapter presents a systematic study on gamification standardization aiming to characterize the status of the field, namely describing existing frameworks, languages, services, and platforms.

2022

Virtual and Augmented Reality Awareness Tools for Universal Design

Authors
Coelho, LP; Freitas, I; Kaminska, DU; Queirós, R; Laska-Lesniewicz, A; Zwolinski, G; Raposo, R; Vairinhos, M; Pereira, ET; Haamer, E; Anbarjafari, G;

Publication
Emerging Advancements for Virtual and Augmented Reality in Healthcare - Advances in Medical Technologies and Clinical Practice

Abstract
This chapter will be focused on contributing to the increase of universal design competencies of future engineers, educators, and designers through the use of mixed reality technologies, closing the gap between theory and field application of principles, towards a more inclusive world and promoting health and wellbeing for all. The experience of a situation where limitations arise in relation to what is taken for granted is an important experience that leads to a personal knowledge of the difficulties. By the use of simulators, especially virtual (VR) and mixed reality (MR) technologies, it is possible to create such experiences. Training based on MR can prepare future and current professionals for up-to-date requirements of the labor market. In addition, it can ensure that the standards such as barrier-free concepts, broader accessibility, adaptive and assistive technology will be familiar to trainees.

2022

WebPuppet - A Tiny Automated Web UI Testing Tool

Authors
Queirós, R;

Publication
Third International Computer Programming Education Conference, ICPEC 2022, June 2-3, 2022, Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave (IPCA), Barcelos, Portugal.

Abstract
One of the most important phases in the Web development cycle is testing. There are several types of tests, different approaches to their use and a wide range of tools. However, most of them are not open source, require coding and do not have a pedagogical nature. This article introduces WebPuppet as an automated Web UI testing tool. The tool is distributed as a small Node package and can be easily integrated into any learning environment in the web development domain. In addition, it does not require coding in any language, just use a very simple domain-specific language that will generate a test script to run in client applications. In order to exemplify its use, a simple test scenario based on a login page is presented. © Queiros, Ricardo; licensed under Creative Commons License CC-BY 4.0

2022

Integration of a Learning Playground into a LMS

Authors
de Queirós, RAP;

Publication
ITiCSE 2022: Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education, Dublin, Ireland, July 8 - 13, 2022, Volume 2

Abstract
There are lot of interactive environments that encourage the practice of computer programming. Despite their usefulness, these systems are naturally disconnected from the schools' educational environments, forcing teachers and students to alternate between tools. This work integrates Agni - a computer programming learning playground - with Moodle Learning Management System (LMS). Unlike the plugins' strategy to link applications to specific LMS, this integration uses a broader approach, through the IMS LTI standard which defines a set of specifications that allows the connection of any LTI-compliant LMS to external tools. © 2022 Owner/Author.

2022

The Dangers of Gamification

Authors
Queirós, R; Pinto, M;

Publication
Advanced Research in Technologies, Information, Innovation and Sustainability - Second International Conference, ARTIIS 2022, Santiago de Compostela, Spain, September 12-15, 2022, Revised Selected Papers, Part I

Abstract

2022

The Dangers of Gamification

Authors
Queiros, R; Pinto, M;

Publication
ADVANCED RESEARCH IN TECHNOLOGIES, INFORMATION, INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY, ARTIIS 2022, PT I

Abstract
In the last decade, gamification has been a widely used mechanism to influence behavioral habits in users so that they are more positively involved in learning and business processes. There are many articles or applications that materialize this adoption by showing success stories. However, few are those who mention the dangers of its use. This article shares the main precautions to be taken when creating a gamified strategy, promoting the use of gamification design and evaluation frameworks, in order to create a balanced approach that meets the profiles of its users.

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