An overview of game-based learning in building services engineering education. (3rd March 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Alanne, Kari
• Is Part Of: European journal of engineering education. Volume 41:Number 2(2016)
• Page Start: 204
• Page End: 219
• Publication Date: 2016-03-03
• Subjects: game-based learning -- gamification -- building services engineering; Engineering -- Study and teaching -- Periodicals; 620.007114
• DOI: 10.1080/03043797.2015.1056097
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0304-3797

Abstract

Abstract : To ensure proper competence development and short graduation times for engineering students, it is essential that the study motivation is encouraged by new learning methods. In game-based learning, the learner's engagement is increased and learning is made meaningful by applying game-like features such as competition and rewarding through virtual promotions or achievement badges. In this paper, the state of the art of game-based learning in building services engineering education at university level is reviewed and discussed. A systematic literature review indicates that educational games have been reported in the field of related disciplines, such as mechanical and civil engineering. The development of system-level educational games that realistically simulate work life in building services engineering is still in its infancy. Novel rewarding practices and more comprehensive approaches entailing the state-of-the-art information tools such as building information modelling, geographic information systems, building management systems and augmented reality are needed in the future.