BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
| BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course Introduction and Application Information
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| SEN4551 | Gamification | Spring Fall |
3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Basic information
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | E-Learning |
| Course Coordinator : | Instructor BARIŞ YÜCE |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. ADEM KARAHOCA |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | Students will learn the basics of Gamification with a highly practical approach. Course focuses on how to design gamified experiences in real life areas such as game design, psychology, management, or education. The main goal of the course is to understand the principles of gamification to design experiences that make things more fun and engaging. |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Identify basics of gamification. 2. Analyze gamified experiences in real life. 3. Identify principles of gamification. 4. Define game mechanics. 5. Identify systems for tracking in-game changes. 6. Describe critical elements on online experiences. |
Course Content
| This course will teach students the trends, and the frameworks of gamification, how it may be used to apply in IT projects, and how to use it effectively. The course allows students to develop a set of practical skills in using game elements using industrial case studies. Students will understand practical ways for designing a game. |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | What is Gamification? | |
| 2) | Games | |
| 3) | Game Thinking | |
| 4) | Game Elements | |
| 5) | Psychology and Motivation I: Behaviorism | |
| 6) | Psychology and Motivation II: Beyond Behaviorism | |
| 7) | Gamification Design Framework | |
| 8) | Midterm Exam | |
| 9) | Design Choices | |
| 10) | Enterprise Gamification | |
| 11) | Social Good and Behavior Change / Midterm Exam | |
| 12) | Critiques and Risks | |
| 13) | Beyond the Basics | |
| 14) | Final Exam |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | For the Win: How Game Thinking Can Revolutionize Your Business Kevin Werbach, Dan Hunter, 2012, 978-1613630235 |
| References: | Gamification by Design: Implementing Game Mechanics in Web and Mobile Apps Gabe Zichermann and Christopher Cunningham, 2011 978-1449397678 |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Laboratory | 2 | % 10 |
| Quizzes | 2 | % 10 |
| Midterms | 2 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
ECTS / Workload Table
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 6 | 84 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| Quizzes | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Midterms | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Workload | 149 | ||
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Being able to identify problems and ask right questions | |
| 2) | Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude | |
| 3) | Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail | |
| 4) | Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education | |
| 5) | Applying theoretical concepts in project planning | |
| 6) | Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork | |
| 7) | Increasing efficiency rate in business environment | |
| 8) | Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty | |
| 9) | Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business | |
| 10) | Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding | |
| 11) | Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology | |
| 12) | Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life | |
| 13) | Possessing managing skills and competence | |
| 14) | Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations | |
| 15) | Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment |