Gamification is one of those words that means very different things depending on who you ask. For some, it conjures images of points, badges, leaderboards, and competitive rankings. For others, it suggests superficial rewards layered onto otherwise unchanged content. And in many learning contexts, it has become shorthand for “make it more fun” — without […]
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Many learning platforms are designed around efficiency, scale and outcomes. But curiosity doesn’t work that way. This piece explores what gets lost when learning is reduced to completion rates and credentials — and what might replace it. Curiosity is often praised as a virtue in learning. We talk about it as something to encourage, something
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What happens when learners are trusted to choose their own path? This article looks at agency as a design principle — and why optimising for control often undermines real growth. Efficiency is often treated as the ultimate goal in learning design. Shorter courses. Faster completion. Clear pathways. Measurable outcomes. On paper, it all makes sense.
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