Influence, principles and good practice of computer game elements: Mechanics and Dynamics

This paper gives basic overview of computer game elements (mechanics and dynamics) that can be found in various applications. Game elements can be used as a method for improving online teaching in education in general. We are showing the beginning of the Gamification phenomenon as a concept through the Gartner analysis of new innovation technologies. An overview of the basic Gamification elements (mechanics, dynamics) that can be included in the gamified systems is also presented. The position of Gamification is explained in relation to similar approaches to education. The basic principles of learning by means of Gamification is presented, as well as the research of selected authors on the topic of the influence of Gamification on teachers in higher education. The results of this paper indicate positive progress in the inclusion of Gamification in education systems in higher education. Article is concluded with the example of good practice in terms of commercial product DuoLingo, which is listed as one of the most successful Gamification systems for learning foreign languages.