Analysis on gamification in the Moodle environment

• Rafael Fernandes UFMG
• Vanessa C. O. Souza UFMG
• Vinícius O. Souza SEDU-ES

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/semish.2024.3011

Abstract

This article explores the gamification potential of the Moodle LMS, utilizing the Octalysis and 6D frameworks. The authors conducted an extensive literature review, identified Moodle resources that best align with Octalysis motivational cores, and, as a proof of concept, developed a gamified writing course. It was found that Moodle has gamification potential, but its implementation faces challenges, particularly for non-technical users.

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