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NCT Number: NCT07309939

Effect of Gimkit-Based Gamified Learning on Achievement Motivation, Academic Performance, and Game Experience in Respiratory Skills Training

This randomized controlled trial aims to examine the effect of Gimkit-based game-enhanced learning on achievement motivation, academic performance, and game experience among first-year nursing students during respiratory system skills training. Students are randomly assigned to either the experimental group, which receives standard respiratory skills laboratory training followed by a Gimkit game session designed to reinforce key concepts, or the control group, which receives only the standard skills laboratory training. Achievement motivation is assessed using the Expectancy-Value Theory-based Achievement Motivation Scale before and after the intervention in both groups. Academic performance is evaluated using a 10-item multiple-choice digital test administered after the skills laboratory session. Additionally, the Game Experience Scale is administered to students in the experimental group to measure their perceptions of game-based learning. The study aims to determine whether game-based reinforcement improves motivation and learning outcomes compared with traditional laboratory instruction.

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Key information

Conditions

Gamified Learning Academic Achievement Achievement Motivation Game Based Learning Gamification Gamification in Health Education Gimkit Nursing Students Respiratory System Skills

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Süleyman Demirel Üniversitesi

Isparta, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Nursing education increasingly incorporates digital and game-based strategies to enhance student engagement, motivation, and performance. Gimkit is an interactive, competitive, game-based learning platform shown to improve recall, engagement, and active learning.

In this study, nursing students enrolled in the Fundamentals of Nursing course receive training on respiratory system skills. The experimental group participates in a game-based reinforcement session using Gimkit immediately after the skills laboratory, whereas the control group receives only traditional skills laboratory training.

Measurements:

Achievement Motivation Scale (Expectancy-Value Theory-based, 9 items, 2 subscales): administered pre- and post-intervention for both groups.

Academic success test (10-item multiple-choice digital test): administered post-intervention to both groups.

Game Experience Scale (5 subdimensions): administered post-intervention to the experimental group only.

The study evaluates the effect of the Gimkit intervention on changes in motivation and academic achievement and explores students' game experience perceptions.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • First-year nursing students
  • Enrolled in Fundamentals of Nursing course
  • Participating in respiratory system skills laboratory
  • Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion criteria

  • Not attending the skills laboratory session
  • Not completing pre- or post-tests

Treatment and study plan

Gimkit Game-Based Learning

Behavioral

The intervention consists of a game-enhanced learning session delivered through the Gimkit digital platform following the standard respiratory system skills laboratory training. The Gimkit activity includes interactive, competitive, and reinforcement-focused questions designed to review key knowledge and procedural steps related to respiratory system skills. Students receive immediate feedback, gain points, and experience gamified learning elements such as competition and real-time progress tracking. The session aims to increase engagement, enhance motivation, and support learning retention after the laboratory training. Duration of the intervention is approximately 20-30 minutes and is applied only once during the study period.

Primary outcomes

  1. Achievement Motivation Score

    Time frame: Pre-intervention (baseline) and immediately post-intervention

    Achievement motivation will be measured using the Expectancy-Value Theory-based Achievement Motivation Scale, which consists of 9 items and 2 subdimensions (Expectancy and Task Value). Each item is rated on a Likert scale, and higher scores indicate higher achievement motivation. The scale will be administered to both the experimental and control groups before and after the intervention. Results will be aggregated and reported as total score and subscale scores (mean ± standard deviation).

  2. Academic Achievement (Knowledge Test Score)

    Time frame: Two weeks after the skills lab session

    Academic achievement will be measured using a 10-item multiple-choice digital test assessing knowledge related to respiratory system skills. Each correct answer is scored as 1 point, resulting in a total possible score of 0-10. Higher scores indicate better academic performance. The test will be administered to both groups immediately after the respiratory skills laboratory session. Results will be reported as mean ± standard deviation.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Game Experience Score

    Time frame: Immediately post-intervention (after the Gimkit session)

    Students in the experimental group will complete the Game Experience Scale following the Gimkit session. The scale includes multiple subdimensions (e.g., engagement, enjoyment, flow, usability, perceived learning value). Items are rated on a Likert scale, and higher scores indicate a more positive game-based learning experience. Results will be aggregated for total and subdimension scores and reported as mean ± standard deviation.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Suleyman Demirel University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Effect of Gimkit-Based Gamified Learning on Achievement Motivation, Academic Performance, and Game Experience in Respiratory Skills Training: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Dec 30, 2025
Registry last updated
Dec 30, 2025

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