The Effectiveness of a Gamification--Based ‎Training Program on Female Math Teachers’ ‎Practices and on their Students’ Joyful ‎Learning in the Sultanate of Oman ‎

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a training program based on electronic gamification in developing the skills of implementing lessons among female math teachers and its reflection on students’ joyful learning of the second cycle in the Sultanate of Oman. The study utilized a method based on a sequential explanatory design, incorporating two study tools: an observation card and a regular group interview, following verification of their reliability and validity. The study sample consisted of 16 female teachers, and the interview tool was used with a sample of 160 female students. The study revealed that female teachers had a 52% efficacy, according to Haridi’s earning equation¸ in their gamification skills performance. The study found that female students in the sample appreciated the effect of using gamification skills on their learning. Engaging activities that have sparked their interest and participation in lessons have included drawings, interactive cards, educational reading materials from Barcud, e-applications, social strategies, and different promotional methods. The study recommended including the training of gamification skills (E-Skills), integrating gamification components into applications and programs, and incorporating activities related to gamification and motivational activities linked to educational programming in modern mathematics curricula