What are gamification and game-based learning? Gamification is the application of game design elements—such as points, feedback, badges, and storylines—in non-game contexts (Deterding et al., 2011).

“Personalized learning” is a concept being discussed in many schools today. But what, exactly, does this term mean—and what are the elements that are necessary for this kind of learning environment?

Elizabeth Vega teaches pre-kindergarten at Loma Verde Elementary in Novato, California. Her school and district leaders want to do more project-based learning and have invested in getting teachers ...