Time Quest: a gamificação como ferramenta motivacional para o gerenciamento de tempo dos estudantes do ensino médio

Abstract

This Course Completion Project represents the application of the knowledge acquired throughout the Technical Course in Information Technology at the Federal Institute Farroupilha (IFFar) – Uruguaiana Campus, and aims to develop a practical and functional system to assist high school students in organizing their study routines and meeting assignment deadlines, using gamification elements as a strategy for motivation and engagement. Based on the author’s experience as a student at this institution, as well as on the bibliographic studies conducted, it was observed that many students tend to concentrate their study efforts only on the days preceding assessments, which negatively affects academic performance and the development of effective study habits. Difficulties in concentration and inadequate time management are identified as factors associated with low academic achievement, especially in a context marked by the intensive use of digital technologies and the accumulation of academic demands. In integrated technical education, these challenges are intensified by the need for greater autonomy and organization. In this scenario, technology emerges as an ally, with gamification applied to the task organization system serving as a strategy capable of making the learning process more meaningful.