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  • Microbiology Education
  • Game-Based Learning
  • Gamification in Science

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  • Traditional microbiology assessments, like spot diagnosis and Objective Structured Practical Examinations (OSPEs), focus on identifying infectious disease agents.
  • Game-based learning offers a promising avenue to enhance student engagement and reveal learning gaps in a low-stakes setting.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and pilot 'Bingo Lab,' an innovative gamification intervention for undergraduate microbiology courses in Dentistry and Nursing programs.
  • To assess student engagement, explore gender-based differences in performance, and understand the role of Bingo Lab in facilitating meaningful learning.
  • To gather student feedback on their experience with the Bingo Lab intervention.

Main Methods:

  • The Bingo Lab intervention involved five stages: planning, orientation, the game itself, feedback, and reporting.
  • Twenty-five unknown microbiology samples were used as a mock exam, mapped onto a 5x5 Bingo card for a laboratory-based activity.
  • Student engagement was measured at three intervals, and anonymous feedback was collected using an 'I like, I wish, I wonder' template.

Main Results:

  • Student engagement scores showed significant increases from the early to the middle and end stages of the activity.
  • No significant gender differences in engagement were observed at any time point during the Bingo Lab session.
  • Students reported positive reception of Bingo Lab, finding it helpful for identifying learning gaps, though some desired more preparation time and advance instructions.

Conclusions:

  • Bingo Lab proved effective in enhancing student engagement and facilitating the identification of learning gaps within a supportive laboratory environment.
  • The game-based approach of Bingo Lab was well-received by students, contributing to improved self-esteem and a rewarding learning experience.
  • This gamified method offers a valuable alternative for microbiology assessment, promoting active learning and student confidence.