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Gamified micro:bit use improved emotions and readiness for CT

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Research area:Mathematics educationComputer Science ApplicationsEducational Games and Gamification

What the study found

Gamified low-code programming with the micro:bit, a physical computing device, was associated with more positive emotions, fewer negative emotions in general, and improved interest and engagement in computational thinking (CT) and mathematical thinking (MT).

Why the authors say this matters

The authors say the study addresses a gap in the use and evaluation of physical computing devices for low-code programming in sustainable mathematics education. They suggest the approach may help support engaging and inclusive learning environments aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education).

What the researchers tested

The study investigated low-code programming with the micro:bit in a gamified setting for P–12 students and also considered pre-service teachers (PSTs, people preparing to become teachers). It examined perceived readiness for CT in sustainable mathematics education and the affective dimensions of learning.

What worked and what didn't

Findings indicate that positive emotions increased after the intervention and negative emotions decreased, except for frustration and boredom. Interest in and engagement with developing perceived readiness for CT and MT improved among PSTs within a sustainable STEA(Mathematics) education framework.

What to keep in mind

The abstract says the use of physical computing devices for low-code programming remains underexplored and insufficiently evaluated. It does not provide detailed limitations beyond that, and the summary is limited to the effects reported in the abstract.

Key points

  • Gamified micro:bit programming was linked to higher positive emotions.
  • Negative emotions generally decreased, except frustration and boredom.
  • Pre-service teachers showed improved interest and engagement in CT and MT readiness.
  • The authors say physical computing for low-code programming is still underexplored and insufficiently evaluated.
  • The study is framed within sustainable mathematics education and SDG 4.

Disclosure

Research title:
Gamified micro:bit use improved emotions and readiness for CT
Authors:
Jin Su Jeong, Ana Isabel Montero-Izquierdo, Félix Yllana-Prieto, David González-Gómez
Institutions:
Universidad de Extremadura, Universidad de Alcalá
Publication date:
2026-03-03
DOI:
10.3390/su18052430
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