Criando emblemas para promover a maior visibilidade de personalidades femininas na área da computação por meio da gamificação

Abstract

Gender equity in the area of Computing continues to be a persistent challenge, characterized by the notorious lack of representation and recognition of women who played significant roles in this field. They face several barriers when contributing to the field. The objective of this research is to explore the feasibility of creating badges as a strategy to increase the visibility of women in Computing. The conception of these emblems, using the Design Thinking approach, aims to highlight the contributions and achievements of prominent female figuresin this scenario. This not only inspires other women to identify themselves and follow in their footsteps, but also promotes a more inclusive and egalitarian environment for future generations, being adaptable for different purposes. The study is based on a literature review, analysis of female personalities and a practical approach to developing representative emblems. In this way, the introduction of gamification in the use of emblems of female personalities not only made learning more engaging, but also enriched the educational experience. This encouraged students to identify with inspiring role models and recognize the positive impact of wearing these badges.