The Effects of Gamification on Computerized Cognitive Training: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There has been a growing interest in the application of gamification (ie, the use of game elements) to computerized cognitive training. The introduction of targeted gamification features to such tasks may increase motivation and engagement as well as improve intervention effects. However, it is possible that game elements can also have adverse effects on cognitive training (eg, be a distraction), which can outweigh their potential motivational benefits. So far, little is known about the effectiveness of such applications.

Objective

This study aims to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the effect of gamification on process outcomes (eg, motivation) and on changes in the training domain (eg, cognition), as well as to explore the role of pot

SUBMITTER: Vermeir JF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7445616 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature