TUTORING AND GAMIFICATION: INNOVATIVE EXPERIENCES FOR STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN DISTANCE EDUCATION

Abstract

The integration between tutoring and gamification has proven to be an effective strategy to enhance student engagement in Distance Education (DE). By using playful elements such as scoring, rankings, challenges, and rewards, gamification contributes to making the learning experience more attractive and motivating. In this context, the figure of the tutor gains prominence by mediating pedagogical interactions, monitoring student performance and encouraging active participation in the proposed activities. The innovative experience lies in the articulation between the humanized role of the tutor and the use of interactive technological resources, which favor the construction of knowledge in a collaborative and meaningful way. Studies and practices reported in different institutions indicate that this approach can reduce dropout, strengthen the bond between students and the virtual environment, and promote more engaging learning. Thus, gamified tutoring emerges as a promising alternative to face the challenges of distance education, promoting not only the permanence of students, but also their autonomy and protagonism in the educational process.