Enhancing Student Engagement Through AI and Gamification: A Case Study of an Educational Platform

Abstract

Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and gamification in education opens new opportunities for personalized and engaging learning. This paper presents PolyGloT, an AI-powered platform enhanced with gamified elements to support the motivation and adaptability of learners. The system offers AI feedback and adaptive content in real time to maintain engagement. We outline its rationale, core characteristics and pedagogical foundations and report on an empirical study with 48 students using the UEQ-S questionnaire. The results showed moderately positive impressions, especially in hedonic quality, while pragmatic aspects such as clarity require improvement. Lessons learned stress the need to balance innovation with usability and point to future work on interface refinement, broader evaluation, and deeper analysis of the roles of AI and gamification