The students who worked at the Winona State University library were good at their jobs, but Mackenzie Morning, a circulation technician, thought they could be even better. So she created a game. She ...

In 2011 there was a loud buzz about gamification — the use of game elements such as point systems and graduated challenges for activities not usually considered games. An online game called Fold.it ...

Have you ever watched “The Walking Dead” while following the bonus features on your tablet? Or had a computer program train you how to do something at work? What about taking a quiz on Facebook or ...

When I see gamification news in my email or on Twitter, it tends to involve an insurance company or employer wellness plan that wants to motivate behavior change, encourage patient engagement or track ...

Going to the gym for an hour is 2 red points. Calling my mom is 1 blue point while calling Aunt Deborah is 5 blue points because, honestly, Aunt Deb's sort of a pain to talk to and sometimes she says ...

Anyone who has exerted themselves beyond what they thought possible on the sports field or stayed up all night playing an addictive video game knows how powerfully games can motivate behavior.

The incorporation of games into everyday life has the power to revolutionize how we learn, work, and engage with technology. Imagine turning education into an epic quest, transforming fitness routines ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The experiment began at 11 a.m. in my bedroom in Brooklyn. I bought ...

Research shows 70% of business transformation efforts fail due to lack of engagement. My colleagues working at large legacy-era companies might estimate closer to 90%. Whatever the case, in an age ...