09. RTD- Incorporating personalized learning in a role-playing game (RPG) environment via SID model: A pilot study of impact on learning performance and mental effort

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  In Roundtable Session: RTD- Roundtables V-A

Short Description

Games and personalized learning both have been regarded as an effective strategy to improve learning but few studies have incorporated personalized learning specific in digital role-playing video games (RPGs). This study explores the ways of incorporating personalized learning into RPGs and a pilot study was conducted to evaluate its effectiveness on learning performance and mental effort. Data was collected through pre-posttests and cognitive load survey. Preliminary findings will be reported during the presentation.

Author

• Presenter: Lin Zhong, Southern Illinois University Carbondale