Cognitive Development in A Creative Environment – Online Escape Rooms for Physics Classes

Réka Bencsik; Dorottya Schnider

doi:10.31686/ijier.vol13.iss2.4266

Authors

Réka Bencsik Eötvös Loránd University Author
Dr. Dorottya Schnider Eötvös Loránd University Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31686/ijier.vol13.iss2.4266

Keywords:

physics education, online escape room, Genially, gamification, playful learning, cognitive development, active learning, action-oriented learning, professional methodology, guide

Abstract

Our paper examines the pedagogical possibilities and methodological implications of online escape rooms created on the Genially platform for use in physics lessons. I will present the opportunities offered by Genially as an interactive presentation tool, research supporting the effectiveness of escape rooms in the classroom, and provide detailed methodological guidance for designing and implementing online escape rooms tailored to the topics of physics. My goal is to show how elements of gamification can be integrated into physics education to increase student motivation, deepen conceptual understanding, and develop problem-solving skills.

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