Implementation of gamification elements in inclusive educational practices

The article presents the role of gamification as an innovative approach in the context of inclusive education. It was found that the use of game mechanisms significantly increases pupils motivation and involvement in educational activities, creating a positive emotional background and contributing to a sense of progress and success. This is an important aspect for pupils with special educational needs, since game elements can reduce their anxiety, improve emotional stability and help increase the effectiveness of learning. The study pays special attention to studying the potential of board games as a means of creating an inclusive learning environment that can promote the integration and socialization of pupils. Board games, due to their interactivity, allow for direct interaction between pupils, contributing to the development of their communicative and social skills, as well as cooperation skills. This contributes to the successful socialization of pupils and their integration into the educational environment. The main emphasis in the study is on the possibilities of adapting the authorʼs board game «Space Erudites» for working with pupils with special educational needs. The results of the study confirmed the high effectiveness of this game as a tool for inclusive learning. In the process of adapting the game, factors such as simplifying the rules, using visual elements to facilitate perception, individualizing tasks according to the abilities of pupils, as well as introducing elements of motivation and support for participants were taken into account. In addition, the adaptation of the game included the development of language skills and ensuring flexibility of the rules, which allows ensuring accessibility and effectiveness of learning for pupils with special educational needs.