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Game design fundamentals

Game design fundamentals

So you're putting together a training program and want it to be more fun, but you don't quite know where to start. I get it. Adding fun is definitely not as easy as it sounds. Well, it all comes down to the fundamentals and a strong grasp of key elements of game design will give you the tools to steer your training in the right direction. In this lesson, I'll break down the fundamentals for you. But I do have to warn you, once you get started gamifying, it's hard to stop. At its core, game design is about integrating creative interactive elements into your training. Whether it's for a preexisting training or a brand new program, you can update engagement by introducing games, themes or physical activities directly into the teaching. For example, you can take an onboarding and gamify it. Splitting up new hires into teams for a quick trivia break can do wonders for engagement and camaraderie. Just make sure you give yourself enough time to work out all the details. I love using methods…

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