Factors influencing the adoption of education gamification within Abu Dhabi/UAE higher education institutions

The use of gamification in education contexts is increasing at a rapid pace, particularly due to its huge potential in motivating and engaging students. This study used an online survey to define the factors that influence the adoption of education gamification in Abu Dhabi. As the results suggest, the need to replace outdated learning methods, the lack of knowledge and skills, and the level of faculty support of education gamification are some of the factors identified by students as having a significant influence on the adoption of education gamification in Abu Dhabi.