Rethinking the Games People Play
How game science fosters employee engagement.
Featured in Training Magazine and written by Jerry Klein, Senior Solution Design Strategist, Maritz Motivation Solutions
In his article “Rethinking the Games People Play”, Jerry Klein, senior solution design strategist for Maritz Motivation Solutions, discusses how applying the mechanics of gaming to non-game activities can help to engage people in new and exciting ways. He argues “Gamification,” or the introduction of game-like elements into ordinary experiences, works because of how our brain is wired. It’s about finding new ways to appeal to the basic human drives that motivate us every day. At the end of his article, Klein summarizes that the result of using game science in companies is a more engaging and socially immersive workplace experience. He concludes, “It’s a concept millions of gamers across the world have taught us—that ‘play’ works.”
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Rethinking the Games People Play
