Gamificação no ensino da gerência de projetos de software: uma revisão sistemática da literatura

Abstract

Software Project Management (SPM) is an important discipline both for academic training and for the software development market. Even for those who do not hold leadership positions, understanding the principles of SPM is essential for projects in the field. This research is justified by the challenges in teaching SPM and the opportunity to use active methodologies that motivate and engage students. The main objective is to identify how gamification is applied in SPM education, providing an updated perspective on existing primary studies. To achieve this, a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) was conducted. This SLR answers the main question: “What are the forms of gamification applications as a teaching methodology for SPM?”. Secondary questions investigate the subareas of SPM covered, reference documents used, learning objectives, benefits and negative effects of gamification, gamification elements present, and challenges in implementation. From the analysis of relevant studies, it was found that gamification is commonly used in combination with other approaches. In this SLR, four main forms of gamification application in SPM education were identified, including serious games, microlearning, and simulations. Finally, the limitations of current practices and directions for future studies are discussed, aiming to enhance the application of gamification in this area.