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The Future of Learning in Romanian Schools: Examining the Transformative Impact of Gaming Technologies in Education—A Pilot Study in Bucharest

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Perspectives and Trends in Education and Technology (ICITED 2023)

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This study explores the transformative impact of gaming technologies on education in Romanian schools through a pilot study conducted in Bucharest. The hypothesis is that gaming technologies have the potential to enhance learning outcomes and foster a more interactive and engaging learning environment. The main objectives are to identify the benefits and challenges of using gaming technology in the classroom and to explore the attitudes of teachers toward this approach to learning. To achieve these objectives, an interview was conducted with 22 teachers from both private and public schools in Bucharest, the capital of Romania. The data was analyzed using both qualitative and quantitative methods. The pilot study was conducted in March 2023. The results indicate a generally positive view of gaming technology, with many teachers recognizing its potential to engage students and enhance learning outcomes. The article also discusses the potential challenges and limitations of integrating gaming technology in the classroom, as well as the need for further research in this area. The findings of this study have important implications for the future of learning in Romanian schools.

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The APC was funded by the University Politehnica of Bucharest.

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  1. Faima Doctoral School from University Politehnica of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania

    Florentina Alina Grigorescu (Pîrvu), Cezar Scarlat & Alexandra Ioanid

  2. Romania Academy of Romanian Scientists, Bucharest, Romania

    Alexandra Ioanid

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Correspondence to Florentina Alina Grigorescu (Pîrvu) .

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  1. Polytechnic of Porto, São Mamede de Infesta, Portugal

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  2. Polytechnic of Porto, São Mamede de Infesta, Portugal

    António Abreu

  3. Polytechnic of Porto, São Mamede de Infesta, Portugal

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  4. Nilton Lins University, Manaus, Brazil

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  5. Higher School of Advertising and Marketing, Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing (ESPM), São Paulo, Brazil

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Grigorescu (Pîrvu), F.A., Scarlat, C., Ioanid, A. (2023). The Future of Learning in Romanian Schools: Examining the Transformative Impact of Gaming Technologies in Education—A Pilot Study in Bucharest. In: Mesquita, A., Abreu, A., Carvalho, J.V., Santana, C., de Mello, C.H.P. (eds) Perspectives and Trends in Education and Technology. ICITED 2023. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies, vol 366. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5414-8_44

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