Digital Game-Based Learning: A Didactic Experience in the Pre-Degree Nursing Career

Area of Science:

• Educational Technology
• Nursing Education
• Didactic Methodologies

Background:

• Universities face challenges adapting teaching to globalization and technology.
• Traditional methods may not fully engage students in the digital age.
• Gamification offers a potential solution for active and significant learning.

Purpose of the Study:

• To demonstrate the application of gamification in a nursing career program.
• To explore the integration of game-based learning and digital applications.
• To assess the impact of this methodology on student engagement and learning outcomes.

Main Methods:

• Implementation of a gamified learning approach in nursing coursework.
• Integration of digital applications to support game-based learning activities.
• Focus on active and significant learning experiences for nursing students.

Main Results:

• Gamification successfully motivated students and fostered active learning.
• The combination of game-based learning and digital tools proved effective.
• Students demonstrated enhanced engagement and a deeper understanding of concepts.

Conclusions:

• Gamification is a valuable didactic methodology for nursing education.
• Integrating digital tools enhances the effectiveness of game-based learning.
• This approach promotes significant learning and addresses modern educational challenges.