Transforming Society And Organizations Through Gamification

Author : Agnessa Spanellis
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030682072
Total Pages : 386 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Transforming Society and Organizations through Gamification written by Agnessa Spanellis and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-05-07 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gamification is the application of game-design elements and game principles to non-game contexts, and has been used to solve problems by applying characteristics of games. Though it has principally been applied in the areas of business and education, this book seeks to expand focus beyond this, looking at how gamification can be used for social change, the development of organizations and the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development goals. Including contributors from across the glove, it draws on a rich array of case studies, from inclusivity in the workplace to ecosystems in the Amazon. A timely contribution to an exciting, growing field, this book engages with the theoretical framework and lays out the foundations for a rigorous theory-based stream of research. It will be valuable reading to scholars and practitioners interested in social change, sustainability, gamification and organizational studies. Agnessa Spanellis (PhD, MEng) is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University, Scotland and a member of the Research Centre for Logistics and Sustainability at Edinburgh Business School, leading research on gamification for sustainable development and exploring how gamification can improve social and environmental sustainability, especially in more deprived and impoverished communities in low-income counties. J. Tuomas Harviainen (PhD, MBA) works as Associate Professor of information Practices at Tampere University, Finland. Harviainen's work ranges from information sharing in creative organizations to games and gamification. He firmly believes that good research can also be a form of societal activism.

Author : Bernardes, Oscar
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1799892255
Total Pages : 657 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Research on Cross-Disciplinary Uses of Gamification in Organizations written by Bernardes, Oscar and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2022-01-28 with total page 657 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gaming is increasingly prevalent in our society and everyday lives as a form of leisure or competition. The typical aim of gaming is to gain a pleasant experience from the game. Because of the saturation of gaming in global society, the gamification concept and its operationalization in non-gaming contexts has become a growing practice. This technological novelty is the basis for an innovative change in many types of environments such as education, commerce, marketing, work, health, governance, and sustainability, among others. The service sector especially has shown widespread adoption of the method as it seeks to increase and motivate audiences and promote brands. However, little research is available on the adoption of gamification in organizations, leading to a need for literature that investigates best practices for utilization and implementation. The Handbook of Research on Cross-Disciplinary Uses of Gamification in Organizations is a comprehensive and timely reference book that explores the field of gamification for economic and social development. This book provides dynamic research from this emerging field. Covering topics such as distance learning, health behaviors, and workplace training, this book is a valuable reference for researchers, marketing managers, students, managers, executives, software developers, IT specialists, technology developers, faculty of P-12 and higher education, teachers, professors, government officials, and academicians.

Author : Bernardes, Oscar
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1668442922
Total Pages : 541 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Research on Gamification Dynamics and User Experience Design written by Bernardes, Oscar and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2022-05-20 with total page 541 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today’s digital society, organizations must utilize technology in order to engage their audiences. Innovative game-like experiences are an increasingly popular way for businesses to interact with their customers; however, correctly implementing this technology can be a difficult task. To ensure businesses have the appropriate information available to successfully utilize gamification in their daily activities, further study on the best practices and strategies for implementation is required. The Handbook of Research on Gamification Dynamics and User Experience Design considers the importance of gamification in the context of organizations’ improvements and seeks to investigate game design from the experience of the user by providing relevant academic work, empirical research findings, and an overview of the field of study. Covering topics such as digital ecosystems, distance learning, and security awareness, this major reference work is ideal for policymakers, technology developers, managers, government officials, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students.

Author : Stéphane Le Lay
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 178630645X
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Gamification of Society written by Stéphane Le Lay and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-04-27 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The applications of gamification and the contexts in which game elements can be successfully incorporated have grown significantly over the years. They now include the fields of health, education, work, the media and many others. However, the human and social sciences still neglect the analysis and critique of gamification. Research conducted in this area tends to focus on game objects and not gamifications logic as its ideological dimension. Considering that the game, as a model and a reference, laden with social value, deserves to be questioned beyond its objects, The Gamification of Society gathers together texts, observations and criticisms that question the influence that games and their mechanics have on wider society. The empirical research presented in this book (examining designers practices, early childhood, political action, the quantified self, etc.) also probes several different national contexts – those of Norway, Belgium, the United States and France, among others.

Author : Hanna Lehtimäki
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031442199
Total Pages : 263 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Author : Marylyn Carrigan
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1802202021
Total Pages : 415 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Author : Hanna Lehtimäki
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1000976734
Total Pages : 846 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Author : Azukas, M. Elizabeth
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1668472864
Total Pages : 345 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Reimagining Systems Thinking in a Post-Pandemic World written by Azukas, M. Elizabeth and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2023-07-03 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The COVID-19 pandemic caused the largest systemic disruption in history. The pandemic was a complex phenomenon that impacted economic, political, and education systems. The pandemic had widespread business impacts, having forced many businesses to close, and the world is still impacted by the effects of supply chain disruptions. The pandemic also impacted political systems with disputes over mask mandates, lockdowns, and vaccine distribution. The COVID-19 pandemic further caused the most extensive education system disruption in history. The pandemic has highlighted the world’s complex interdependent structures, and it will require a multidisciplinary systems thinking approach for post-pandemic recovery and future pandemic prevention. Reimagining Systems Thinking in a Post-Pandemic World examines the role of systems thinking in a post-pandemic world. It identifies effective models of systems thinking and destems design and generates continuous knowledge building on systems thinking by addressing a multitude of industries and service communities. This book provides value in understanding the complexities of an interconnected world and in the exploration of effective approaches to systems thinking and design. Covering topics such as blended learning, local governments, and systems thinking, this premier reference source is an excellent resource for practitioners, policymakers, healthcare providers, business leaders and managers, educators of both K-12 and higher education, pre-service teachers, administrators and faculty, teacher educators, sociologists, librarians, researchers, and academicians.

Author : Edmond C. Prakash
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 331918699X
Total Pages : 119 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Transforming Learning and IT Management through Gamification written by Edmond C. Prakash and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-08-07 with total page 119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explains how gamification, specifically enterprise gamification, can help mangers in multiple areas within an enterprise to improve attrition. Employee Engagement is an important component to foster employee relations with the organization. Gamification by its inherent design helps to increase engagement within an enterprise. Several successful case studies in Gamification are presented, which present new practical tips for Gamification for IT Management. By introducing general IT management concepts related to the specific environment managers work in, the authors then detail the benefits of introducing gamification in this very environment to resolve business issues. IT Managers, as well as HR professionals, Group Heads and Delivery Leaders will find this be a useful resource to understand how Gamification can improve their everyday work. The book can also be used as a reference for engaging learners and employees to improve their productivity in organizations.

Author : Christine Leitner , Walter Ganz , Clara Bassano and Debra Satterfield
Publisher : AHFE International
ISBN 13 : 1958651389
Total Pages : 457 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Human Side of Service Engineering written by Christine Leitner , Walter Ganz , Clara Bassano and Debra Satterfield and published by AHFE International. This book was released on 2022-07-24 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Human Side of Service Engineering Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics (AHFE 2022), July 24–28, 2022, New York, USA