Gamifying academic routine: the impact of continuous engagement mechanics on student motivation

Abstract

This paper explores the integration of continuous engagement mechanics, specifically attendance streaks, into the academic routine of university students. The system was developed by combining a custom Telegram bot with the university's electronic environment to track student presence and visualize their daily attendance streaks using «fire» icons. The objective is to measure how this gamification element influences students’ discipline. The experiment involves real-time tracking by group leaders and a follow-up survey to evaluate behavioral shifts, aiming to determine if simple digital rewards can effectively reduce absenteeism.