Gamoteca’s game analytics feature is an important feature for educators, organizations, and creators. It doesn’t just give you numbers—it shows how your learners interact with your TECA. By using these insights, you can tweak and fine-tune your experiences to make them more engaging, effective, and fun.
Let’s dive into how you can make game analytics work for you.
Why Game Analytics Matter
Imagine you’ve designed an experience with care, thinking it’s perfect. But when learners start using it, you notice some don’t finish it or seem stuck on certain tasks. This is where game analytics come in. They’re like a window into the learner’s journey—showing you what’s working and what’s not.
For example, analytics can show:
How far learners have progressed. Are most people stopping halfway through? Do you need to send reminder emails to complete the task?
How many learners have completed the task?
Which learners have the highest and lowest scores?
By paying attention to these insights, you’re not just improving numbers; you’re improving the experience for real people.
Navigating Gamoteca’s Analytics Dashboard
The Gamoteca analytics dashboard is designed to be straightforward and intuitive. But if it’s your first time using it, here’s a quick walkthrough to help you get started.
Step 1: Log In and Access Analytics
After logging into your Gamoteca creator account, go to the game or learning experience you want to analyze. You’ll see an Analytics tab—this is your gateway to all the insights.
Step 2: Explore the Analytics Page
The analytics pages show you how learners are progressing in your TECA. Here, you’ll find key metrics like progress status and students with the highest and lowest scores. For instance, if a game has a low completion rate, it’s a sign you need to investigate further and improve the interactivity of TECA.
Step 3: Dive Deeper
If the overview feels like a teaser trailer, the detailed metrics are the full movie. You can click into specific areas to understand exactly what’s happening.
For example:
Progress status: This shows learners who have completed the TECA or are in progress.
Scores: This shows learners that have the highest and lowest scores. To activate this make sure to add a score to each section on your TECA. You can choose the task and corresponding score based on the perceived level of difficulty.
Time joined and last Update: This shows you when learners joined your TECA as well as when they were last seen. This can be a good way to celebrate consistency and encourage other people who might be slow in their learning journeys.
How to Act on Your Insights
Once you’ve gathered your analytics, the real work begins: using the data to improve your games. Here’s how you can put your insights into action:
Identify Bottlenecks
Analytics are great at showing you where learners struggle. For example, if most people drop off during a particular task, it’s a clear bottleneck. You could make the task simpler, add an example, or provide extra guidance. For instance, in a game about workplace communication, if learners consistently fail a task about handling conflict, consider breaking it into smaller steps.
Personalize the Experience
Not all learners are the same. Analytics can help you segment your audience and tailor content to their needs. For example, advanced learners might breeze through early sections but struggle with complex tasks. Use this insight to create optional challenges for advanced users while keeping the main content accessible.
Conclusion
Gamoteca’s game analytics aren’t just tools; they’re your co-creators. By paying attention to what the data tells you and using it to improve your designs, you’re not only making better TECA but you’re also creating meaningful learning experiences that truly resonate with your learners.