GAMIFICATION

Jul 10 2025EDUCATION

Fun Learning: How Games Help Nursing Students

Nursing school can be tough. Students often feel stressed and find it hard to stay motivated. But what if playing games could make learning easier and more enjoyable? A recent study suggests that adding game-like features to lessons can make a big difference. The study involved 163 third-year nursing students. They took a special course that used games to teach abou...

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Steps to a Healthier Heart: What Works Best?

Getting more steps into the day can add years to life, but how to motivate people to move more? That is the question. A recent study looked at three ways to boost physical activity among folks at risk for heart trouble. The methods were gamification, money rewards, or a mix of both. The goal was to see which approach got people moving the most. The study also lo...

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Mar 25 2025HEALTH

Mobile Apps: The New Playground for College Students' Fitness

College life is often synonymous with stress, late-night study sessions, and a sedentary lifestyle. Yet, physical activity is crucial for both physical and mental well-being. Unfortunately, many college students in China struggle to meet the recommended levels of physical activity. So, what's the solution? Enter AI-powered mobile apps. These apps use artificial inte...

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Exploring the Impact of Gamified Health Apps on Physical Activity and Heart Health

Imagine you're trying to live healthier, and you download an app to help. But does adding game-like features make these health apps more effective? That's the question researchers wanted to answer. They looked at studies that compared apps with and without gamification. The goal was to see if these features could boost physical activity and improve cardiometabolic ri...

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Dec 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Casual Betting: Lucra's Fun Way to Boost Business

Picture this: you're at your favorite sports bar, watching a game with friends. You decide to make things more interesting by placing a friendly wager. Now, imagine if this could be done easily and safely through an app. That's precisely what Lucra, a startup from Stanford, is offering. They've created a platform that allows friends to bet on everyday games in a casu...

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Nov 07 2024BUSINESS

Transforming Businesses with Game-Like Fun

Ever thought about using games to boost your business? Gamification, a hot new trend, is doing just that. It's changing how companies engage with customers and workers. By borrowing ideas from games, businesses can make tasks more exciting and boost results. This isn't just about playing games at work; it's about making work feel like a game. Think about it: custome...

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Transform Business with Play: The Journey of Gamification

Imagine making work as exciting as your favorite game! That's what gamification is all about. It's not just a trend, but a powerful way to change how we do business. By borrowing elements from games, like points, badges, and leaderboards, companies can make everyday tasks more engaging. This isn't just about fun; it's about driving real results in customer service, s...

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