Conference paper Gold Open Access 2024

CiteSaga: Conceptualisation of a Serious Game for Citation and Reference Styles

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Bunt, Lance
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Pelser-Carstens, Veruschka
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Matthew, Gordon Derrac
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Bunt, Byron John
Proceedings of the European Conference on Games-based Learning
Conference · Vol. 18 · Issue 1 · pp. 153-162
Abstract

This article asserts that serious games (SGs) are effective tools for teaching citation and referencing styles in higher education. The proposed SG aims to enhance students' understanding and application of these styles through an engaging, game-based approach. We use an agile design cycle combined with educational design and design science research methodologies. The SG's key elements include objectives, rules, mechanics, learning outcomes, and assessment strategies, all integrated into higher education curricula. © 2024 Dechema e.V.. All rights reserved.

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Learning outcome High educations Research methodologies Game design Key elements Learning assessment Agile design Design cycle Design-science researches Effective tool Game-based approaches
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North-West University, Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa
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