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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-6192470583.mit-edu.top/post/9405387621">Serious Games for Problem-Based Learning in Higher Education: A Systematic Review</a></h2>
  221.                            <p class="info">This research explores the relationship between mobile gaming habits and academic performance among students. It examines both positive aspects, such as improved cognitive skills, and negative aspects, such as decreased study time and attention.</p>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-6192470583.mit-edu.top/post/3891654207">Exploring the Role of Gamification in Citizen Science Initiatives</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This paper investigates the dynamics of cooperation and competition in multiplayer mobile games, focusing on how these social dynamics shape player behavior, engagement, and satisfaction. The research examines how mobile games design cooperative gameplay elements, such as team-based challenges, shared objectives, and resource sharing, alongside competitive mechanics like leaderboards, rankings, and player-vs-player modes. The study explores the psychological effects of cooperation and competition, drawing on theories of social interaction, motivation, and group dynamics. It also discusses the implications of collaborative play for building player communities, fostering social connections, and enhancing overall player enjoyment.</p>
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