'Alice in Codeland' is an gamified course that introduces the basics of web programming through HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP with a unique twist inspired by Haro Aso's 'Alice in Borderland'. Utilizing a deck of French playing cards to represent varying levels of programming challenges, it encourages students to engage in a competitive yet collaborative learning environment. Each card is linked to a specific programming language, allowing for a progressive skill-building experience. The course is distinguished by its incorporation of gamification principles and narrative elements, featuring the Mad Hatter as a mentor to guide students through their learning journey. With a comprehensive evaluation system that accounts for individual and team performance, deadline adherence, and challenge difficulty, 'Alice in Codeland' aims to promote autonomous learning, creativity, and teamwork in web development education.

'Alice in Codeland': A Gamified Approach to Web Programming Education

Zolezzi D.;Iacono S.;Vercelli G.
2024-01-01

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'Alice in Codeland' is an gamified course that introduces the basics of web programming through HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP with a unique twist inspired by Haro Aso's 'Alice in Borderland'. Utilizing a deck of French playing cards to represent varying levels of programming challenges, it encourages students to engage in a competitive yet collaborative learning environment. Each card is linked to a specific programming language, allowing for a progressive skill-building experience. The course is distinguished by its incorporation of gamification principles and narrative elements, featuring the Mad Hatter as a mentor to guide students through their learning journey. With a comprehensive evaluation system that accounts for individual and team performance, deadline adherence, and challenge difficulty, 'Alice in Codeland' aims to promote autonomous learning, creativity, and teamwork in web development education.
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