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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-9862015734.mit-edu.top/post/5206183794">Predictive Models for Player Success Based on Early Game Behaviors</a></h2>
  221.                            <p class="info">This paper investigates the use of mobile games and gamification techniques in areas beyond entertainment, such as education, healthcare, and corporate training. It examines how game mechanics are applied to encourage desired behaviors, improve productivity, and enhance learning outcomes. The study also analyzes the effectiveness and challenges of gamification strategies, highlighting case studies from various industries.</p>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-9862015734.mit-edu.top/post/1570936482">Gamification as a Tool for Teaching Computational Ethics in STEM Education</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This study compares the educational efficacy of mobile games designed for learning with those created purely for entertainment purposes, examining their impacts on knowledge retention, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Drawing from educational theory, cognitive psychology, and game design, the research evaluates how various game mechanics—such as points, challenges, and feedback loops—affect learning outcomes. The paper investigates how mobile games can bridge the gap between fun and education, proposing a framework for creating hybrid games that are both enjoyable and educational. The research also addresses the challenges of assessing learning outcomes in gamified environments and the role of player motivation in educational success.</p>
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  254.                                    <strong>Patricia Brown</strong>
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