Leveling up in corporate training: Unveiling the power of gamification to enhance knowledge retention, knowledge sharing, and job performance

• DOI: 10.1016/j.jik.2024.100530
• Publication Date: 2024-08-06T21:34:17Z
• Authors: Alexandru Capatina; David Juarez-Varon; Adrian Micu; Angela Eliza Micu
• Keywords: Knowledge Sharing; Knowledge retention; On-the-job training; Load sharing

This paper extends the fast-growing research stream on gamification in corporate training by examining impact of employees' knowledge retention, sharing, and job performance. A mixed-methods approach was employed. Quantitative data from surveys qualitative insights experimental were combined to ascertain effectiveness techniques training. The sample consisted 110 employees business owners who attended gamified sessions powered Discovery-Innovation-Growth platform. Participants aged 18 64 years had diverse educational backgrounds positions. They also based different European countries (Spain, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Finland, Romania). characteristics thus ensured comprehensive coverage employee profiles. Gamification significantly enhanced retention such as points, badges, leaderboards positively influenced engagement, which turn boosted ability retain apply effectively at work. Social interaction mediated relationship between highlighting role collaborative learning environments. These offer valuable guidance for instructors human resource (HR) professionals aiming develop engaging personalized programs that meet needs preferences. study contributes theoretical framework adult organizational development, paving way future this dynamic field.