Effects of Game Based Learning in Comparison of Traditional Learning to Provide Effective Learning Environment- A Comparative Review

Abstract

With the advancement in technology, various new learning strategies have been developed according to the requirement and learning environments of the learners. The game-based learning strategy is an advanced learning strategy in which a learner is fully engaged in the learning process. This learning strategy completely replaces the traditional learning strategy. A lot of research studies have indicated the improvement in the learning process by game-based learning strategy. The purpose of the current study was to compare the students’ learning outcomes with game-based and traditional learning strategies by descriptive and statistical way. A total of 26 articles published from 2012 to 2021 were selected by following the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The literature review of previous studies indicated that game-based learning strategy proved to be a highly effective learning strategy in numerous disciplines under different learning environments. In the game-based learning strategy, the learners are highly engaged in the learning process. Keywords: Game-based learning, traditional learning strategy, effective, engagement;