GAMIFICATION-BASED LEARNING IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

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https://doi.org/10.33871/23594381.2026.24.2.12172

Abstract

During this study, students were challenged to develop verbalization skills, reasoning, participation, and socialization. The objective was to develop a pedagogical tool for using active learning methodologies in the classroom and then evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching material in Biology education. To this end, the research was applied to a group of students in a 3rd-year high school class at the Arabela Ribeiro State School, located in the city of Estância, Sergipe. Three meetings were held, with lessons on human reproduction and the use of a board game and a "pass or fail" game, respectively. The evaluated parameters—participation, socialization, reasoning, and discussion—were classified as Excellent, since the final result was above 80% for the respective games. In conclusion, the application of the methodology used in gamification-based learning in Biology education is efficient, making the class more dynamic and attractive, stimulating student development and a good level of learning. Therefore, the objective of the methodological application was successfully achieved.

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JAMENSON ALAN PEREIRA DA SILVA PAES, UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DE SERGIPE

Master's student in Environmental Science Education at the National Network Graduate Program for Environmental Science Education (PROFCIAMB - UFS), with research focused on the Piauitinga River in Estância-SE, encompassing its historical-natural context and its importance for biodiversity, highlighting the analysis of its ecological dynamics, anthropogenic impacts, and conservation strategies necessary for the maintenance of its ecosystems. Currently pursuing a specialization in Environmental Management and Sustainable Development at Faculdade Venda Nova do Imigrante (FAVENI). Graduated in Biological Sciences from Universidade Tiradentes (Unit), with a specialization in Environmental Education from the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS). Complementary training and professional development in Environmental Education and Teaching Professionalization from the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS). Psychopedagogue and Specialist in Special and Inclusive Education from Faculdade Venda Nova do Imigrante (FAVENI). She is a member of the Research and Teaching Group in Environmental Sciences (GPECIAMB-UFS), working in an interdisciplinary manner on the analysis of the society-nature relationship, focusing on environmental planning and management, as well as the articulation between teaching, research and outreach. She is also a member of the Geotechnics and Geology Research Group at Tiradentes University (Unit), working in the research area of ​​Bivalvia, Inoceramidae from the Albian of Sergipe, Brazil: taxonomy and paleoenvironment.            

ELIZABETE PAES DOS SANTOS SILVA, UNIVERSIDADE TIRADENTES - UNIT

Psychopedagogue, graduated in Biological Sciences from Tiradentes University (Unit). Specialist in Special and Inclusive Education (FAVENI). Specialist in Environmental Education (UFS). Science teacher in the municipal elementary school system. Honorable Mention in the 2nd Edition of the Natural Sciences Olympiad of the Regional Education District 01 - OCN/DRE-01, in the category of encouraging elementary school teacher. I was a member of the Geotechnics and Geology Research Group at Tiradentes University, and worked as an educator in the Sergipe Literate project, with an emphasis on teaching the elderly.

ANDERSON DA CONCEIÇÃO SANTOS SOBRAL, UNIVERSIDADE TIRADENTES - UNIT

Possui Doutorado em Geociências pela Universidade Federal de Pernambuco - UFPE (2015). Mestrado em Geociências pela Universidade Federal de Pernambuco - UFPE (2011). Graduação em Ciências Biológicas pela Universidade Federal de Sergipe - UFS (2007). Atualmente é Professor Titular I, da Universidade Tiradentes - UNIT, nos cursos de graduação em Engenharia Civil Bacharelado e Licenciatura em Ciências Biológicas. Experiência na área de Geociências, com ênfase em Paleontologia, Geologia Sedimentar e Ambiental: paleozoologia (invertebrados), paleoecologia-paleoambientes, bioestratigrafia, ensino de Ciências/Paleontologia; Geotecnia, Mecânica dos Solos. TCC, Estágio Supervisionado.

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Published

2026-08-31

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Vol. 24 No. 2 (2026): Ensino & Pesquisa

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