Indonesian Journal of STEM Education
Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Edisi Juli-Desember 2025

Research Trends in Science Learning Using a Gamification Approach to Enhance Students' Critical, Creative Thinking, and Problem-Solving Skills: A Systematic Literature Review

Muhamad Hendri Diarta (Magister Pendidikan IPA, Pascasarjana Universitas Mataram)
Nanda Aulia Pratiwi (University of Mataram)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Dec 2025

Abstract

Gamification is an innovative approach that can enhance students’ motivation, active participation, and meaningful learning experiences. This study aims to describe research trends in science learning that employ gamification to improve students’ creative thinking and problem-solving skills. The study adopts a systematic literature review approach, analyzing a total of 270 publications. Articles from the past ten years were selected based on inclusion criteria that covered the use of gamification in science learning contexts, the measurement of creative thinking or problem-solving abilities, and publication in reputable journals. The results indicate that research trends on gamification in science education have increased significantly, with a shift in focus from merely applying game elements to examining more specific pedagogical effects on higher-order thinking skills. Gamification has been shown to enhance learning engagement and facilitate the development of creativity and problem-solving abilities through challenge-based activities, simulations, and exploration. Furthermore, the use of digital platforms as a medium for integrating gamification reflects the transformation of science learning toward more interactive and technology-adaptive approaches.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijse

Publisher

Subject

Chemistry Education Engineering Mathematics Physics

Description

Indonesian Journal of STEM Education (IJSE) adalah wadah publikasi bagi mahasiswa, guru, dosen, praktisi maupun peneliti pada bidang Science, Technology, Engineering dan Math (STEM) Education. IJSE menerima tulisan dalam bentuk artikel hasil penelitian maupun artikel review tentang isu terkini yang ...