An Evaluation of Player Enjoyment in Game-Based Learning Arithmetic Drills via Racing Game

摘要

Arithmetic is the oldest branch of Mathematics which consists the study of numbers, specifically the properties of the basic traditional operations. According to a previous study, most of the users agree that Mathematics is considered as a difficult subject and there is a lack of enjoyment in practicing arithmetic drills. Therefore, this research has developed a racing game named Need for Speed Arithmetic for an enjoyable arithmetic drills experience. The racing game has implemented the Rapid Application Development (RAD) approach as it provided a stable and fast development process which is appropriate in developing the game. In this present study, the focus is on the evaluation of player enjoyment in game-based learning arithmetic drills. The evaluation scale adapted is based on EGameFlow Model which consists of seven dimensions: Immersion, challenge, goal clarity, feedback, concentration, control, and knowledge improvement. The social interaction dimension is excluded because the game is implemented on a standalone platform. The study findings indicate that the combination of gaming element with arithmetic drills in the Mathematics subject provide a sense of enjoyment to students in learning Mathematics through drill activities.