FROM CLASSROOM TO PLAYROOM: FINANCIAL EDUCATION THROUGH INTERACTIVE GAMES
Abstract
This article explores the development and implementation of interactive game-based learning tools designed to enhance financial literacy among school-aged children. Recognizing the challenges in engaging young learners with traditional economic education, the study focuses on integrating play into pedagogy through digital and non-digital games tailored to financial concepts. It highlights the impact of gamification on student motivation and understanding, drawing from practical examples and best practices. The findings demonstrate the effectiveness of game-based approaches in fostering practical financial skills, promoting critical thinking, and bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, offering a transformative approach to financial education.
Keywords:
financial literacy game-based learning educational games student engagement gamificationReferences
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