Gamification in the teaching-learning of basic gymnastics in elementary school students

Abstract

Gamification has become important because it is a remarkable strategy to include in the teaching-learning process and to sow in the students a real interest in learning innovating the teaching method. This article aimed to conduct a systematic review of scientific literature on gamification in the teaching-learning of basic gymnastics in students of General Basic Education in order to make more teachers know about this tool. Conducting a documentary type research focused on systematic review, following PRISMA guidelines to identify studies with potential to be included. A literature search was conducted that included information published in databases such as Dialnet, Google Scholar and Repositories. The bibliographic sources reviewed were classified into books, theses and articles. For the information research, search engines associated with the topic of Gamification; Basic Gymnastics; Teaching-Learning and Strategy were used. Documents in the open Access modality were used without restriction based on the date of publishing in order to sharpen the bibliographic search; considering publications written in Spanish and English. The theoretical systematization developed confirmed that the implementation of gamification in the teaching-learning of basic gymnastics in students of General Basic Physical Education generates significant learning through a motivating activity.