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2. 1. Gameful experiences : The not so painful road to gainful behavior

   Author : Johan Högberg; Erik Wästlund; Per Kristensson; Juho Hamari; Per Backlund; Karlstads universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Gamification; Gameful experience; Engagement; Customer experience; In-store marketing; Psykologi; Psychology;

   Abstract : The aim of this work is to investigate the experiences that users make when using gamified services and the effect that such experiences have on the targeted behavioral outcomes. Considerable attention is dedicated to the gameful experience, since this experience is necessary for gamification to affect the target behavior. READ MORE

4. 2. Development Process Knowledge Transfer through Method Adaptation, Implementation, and Use

   Author : Per Backlund; Benkt Wangler; Anne Persson; Karin Axelsson; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; information system development; development methods; Informatics; computer and systems science; Informatik; data- och systemvetenskap; Information technology; Teknik;

   Abstract : Information Systems Engineering (ISE) is an interdisciplinary approach to enable the realisation of successful information systems in a broad sense. ISE comprises a number of areas of expertise that must be integrated and managed in order to build information systems. READ MORE

5. 3. Facilitation matters : A framework for instructor-led serious gaming

   Author : Anna-Sofia Alklind Taylor; Per Backlund; Jana Rambusch; Jonas Linderoth; Högskolan i Skövde; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Serious games; serious gaming; game-based training; seriösa spel; spelbaserad träning; Technology; Teknik; Interaction Lab ILAB ; Interaction Lab ILAB ;

   Abstract : This thesis explores the use of serious games from an instructor perspective. More specifically, it aims to study the roles of instructors and how they can be facilitated within an instructor-led game-based training environment. READ MORE

6. 4. Games in Formal Educational Settings : Obstacles for the development and use of learning games

   Author : Björn Berg Marklund; Per Backlund; Henrik Engström; Maurice Hendrix; Högskolan i Skövde; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Learning games; educational games; game development and use; Technology; Teknik;

   Abstract : From the perspective of educators, games are viewed as a medium in which the younger generation both thrive and excel. Students navigate game environments with ease and regularly solve problems, engage in advanced collaborative efforts, and communicate complex concepts and strategies to one another during their private gaming sessions at home. READ MORE

7. 5. Unpacking Digital Game-Based Learning : The complexities of developing and using educational games

   Author : Björn Berg Marklund; Per Backlund; Henrik Engström; Anna-Sofia Alklind Taylor; Kristine Jørgensen; Högskolan i Skövde; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Educational games; Digital Game-Based Learning; case study; games in education; Humaniora-samhällsvetenskap; Humanities and Social sciences; Technology; Teknik; Interaction Lab ILAB ; Interaction Lab ILAB ;

   Abstract : Digital game-based learning has traditionally been examined from an ‘artefact-centric’ perspective that focuses on understanding how game design and principles of learning are, or can be, intertwined. These types of examinations have resulted in many descriptions of games’ educational potential, which has subsequently led to many types of arguments for why games should be used more extensively in formal education. READ MORE