10 Deadly Mistakes at Gamification Design by oyunlastirma.coErcan Altuğ YILMAZ
Gamification is a powerful tool but can fail if not designed properly. The document outlines 10 common mistakes in gamification design: 1) Implementing gamification just because it is popular without analyzing fit, 2) Having goals that are not specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-based, 3) Gamifying a non-functional process, 4) Thinking gamification is only about points, badges and leaderboards, 5) Overly relying on material rewards, 6) Not evolving the design over time, 7) Viewing it only as a technology solution rather than a psychological one, 8) Not getting support from stakeholders, 9) Not analyzing player types, and 10) Viewing it as a one-size
Advantage and disadvantage of using chinese herbal as medicineThinesh Pergas
Herbal medicine has several advantages: it is cost-effective compared to allopathic medicine, does not require a prescription, and is effective for certain conditions. However, it also has disadvantages: it may take time to see results, can cause allergic reactions, side effects may not be immediate, and quality is not regulated by governments. When using herbal medicine, patience and consulting a qualified practitioner are important.
Technology provides many advantages for education such as giving students access to a wide range of information to support learning, helping make the learning process more creative, and allowing for more flexible scheduling. However, overreliance on technology can also have disadvantages like wasting time on unproductive activities instead of schoolwork, lack of focus in class if the technology is unrelated, and health issues from overuse like eye strain. Technology in education works best when used as a supplemental tool and not as a replacement for traditional teaching methods.
The document contains questions about technology and the internet, cell phone usage, benefits and problems of cell phones. It also contains questions about food, eating habits, healthy and favorite foods, and foods disliked. Specifically, it asks about common internet and cell phone uses, disadvantages of the internet, benefits of cell phones, problems with cell phones, junk food consumption, descriptions of healthy foods, most hated food, and favorite Korean food.
Onam is the biggest festival celebrated in the Indian state of Kerala during the Malayali month of Chingam (August-September), marking the homecoming of legendary King Mahabali. The 10-day carnival of Onam showcases the best of Kerala culture and tradition through intricately decorated flower carpets, the sumptuous Onasadya feast, spectacular Snake Boat Races, and exotic Kaikottikali dance performances.
10 Deadly Mistakes at Gamification Design by oyunlastirma.coErcan Altuğ YILMAZ
Gamification is a powerful tool but can fail if not designed properly. The document outlines 10 common mistakes in gamification design: 1) Implementing gamification just because it is popular without analyzing fit, 2) Having goals that are not specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-based, 3) Gamifying a non-functional process, 4) Thinking gamification is only about points, badges and leaderboards, 5) Overly relying on material rewards, 6) Not evolving the design over time, 7) Viewing it only as a technology solution rather than a psychological one, 8) Not getting support from stakeholders, 9) Not analyzing player types, and 10) Viewing it as a one-size
Advantage and disadvantage of using chinese herbal as medicineThinesh Pergas
Herbal medicine has several advantages: it is cost-effective compared to allopathic medicine, does not require a prescription, and is effective for certain conditions. However, it also has disadvantages: it may take time to see results, can cause allergic reactions, side effects may not be immediate, and quality is not regulated by governments. When using herbal medicine, patience and consulting a qualified practitioner are important.
Technology provides many advantages for education such as giving students access to a wide range of information to support learning, helping make the learning process more creative, and allowing for more flexible scheduling. However, overreliance on technology can also have disadvantages like wasting time on unproductive activities instead of schoolwork, lack of focus in class if the technology is unrelated, and health issues from overuse like eye strain. Technology in education works best when used as a supplemental tool and not as a replacement for traditional teaching methods.
The document contains questions about technology and the internet, cell phone usage, benefits and problems of cell phones. It also contains questions about food, eating habits, healthy and favorite foods, and foods disliked. Specifically, it asks about common internet and cell phone uses, disadvantages of the internet, benefits of cell phones, problems with cell phones, junk food consumption, descriptions of healthy foods, most hated food, and favorite Korean food.
Onam is the biggest festival celebrated in the Indian state of Kerala during the Malayali month of Chingam (August-September), marking the homecoming of legendary King Mahabali. The 10-day carnival of Onam showcases the best of Kerala culture and tradition through intricately decorated flower carpets, the sumptuous Onasadya feast, spectacular Snake Boat Races, and exotic Kaikottikali dance performances.
Cattle have varying beliefs associated with them in different societies and religions. In some regions like Nepal and parts of India, the slaughter of cattle is prohibited and their meat may be taboo. Cattle are considered sacred in world religions such as Hinduism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism and others held similar beliefs in ancient civilizations like Egypt, Greece, Israel and Rome.
Stunning entries from the 2015 nat geo traveller photo contestJayakrishnan kichu
This document provides summaries of 15 stunning photo entries from the 2015 National Geographic Traveller Photo Contest. The photos showcase beautiful natural landscapes and wildlife from locations around the world, including Yellowstone National Park, the Masai Mara in Kenya, Niagara Falls, the Swiss Alps, Chilean volcanoes, the Philippines, South Africa, Tanzania, Antarctica, Honduras, and Namibia. They capture moments like sunrises, tornadoes, lions with cubs, glaciers, volcanoes, tiny tree shrews, lions resting after a kill, wildlife at a watering hole at sunset, a restaurant on a island at sunset, penguins on an iceberg, freediving, and the otherworldly
This document presents a 4 question quiz that tests logical thinking and memory. The questions involve putting animals like giraffes and elephants in a refrigerator, which animal does not attend an animal conference, and how to cross a river with crocodiles. Getting questions correct requires thinking through the consequences of actions and remembering details. Most professionals miss all the questions, while preschoolers often get some right, showing professionals do not have the brains of 4-year-olds as was theorized.
India's Supreme Court has recognised transgender people as a third gender, in a landmark ruling that may offer gay people a glimmer of hope.
"It is the right of every human being to choose their gender," the court said in granting rights to those who identify themselves as neither male nor female.
The court ordered the government to provide transgender people with quotas in jobs and education in line with other minorities, as well as key amenities.
Joel Rea is a painter whose artwork focuses on conveying feelings and emotions that cannot necessarily be seen or touched physically, but rather must be felt with one's heart. His paintings aim to express the most beautiful aspects of the world in a way that emotionally resonates with viewers. The quote provided emphasizes how the greatest things in life are those that are experienced internally rather than through physical senses.
Ronda is a city in the Spanish province of Málaga. It is located about 100 kilometres (62 mi) west of the city of Málaga with a population of approximately 35,000 inhabitants.
Ronda was first settled by the early Celts, who, in the 6th century BC, called it Arunda. Later Phoenician settlers established themselves nearby to found Acinipo, known locally as Ronda la Vieja, Arunda or Old Ronda. The current Ronda is however of Roman origins, having been founded as a fortified post in the Second Punic War, by Scipio Africanus. Ronda received the title of city at the time of Julius Caesar.
The city is situated in a very mountainous area about 750 meters (2,460 ft) above mean sea level. The Guadalevin River runs through the city, dividing it in two and carving out the steep, 100 plus meters deep El Tajo canyon upon which the city perches.
The Discovery of King Tut exhibition opens this weekend in New York City, featuring colorized photos from the 1922 excavation of King Tut's tomb. An archaeologist discovered Tutankhamun's intact tomb nearly a century ago. An Egyptologist photographed the remarkable excavation, taking over 1400 photos. For the New York exhibition, a studio colorized a selection of the photos, each marking a milestone and showing the romance between New York and King Tut.
“Found her in the form of Ashol Pan, the daughter of an experienced eagle hunter around Han Gohadok, which is south of Ulgii. She was perfect. I was amazed by her comfort and ease as she began handling the grand eagle for the first time in her life. She was fearlessly carrying it on her hand and caressing it somewhat joyfully.”
The world's biggest bonfire is built annually in Alesund, Norway to celebrate Sankthans, or Midsummer, which commemorates John the Baptist's birth. For this festival, wood pallets are stacked over 40 meters high on an artificial island to form Slinningsbålet bonfire. In 2010, a record was set with a structure reaching 40.45 meters tall. About 30-40 people help build the bonfire, which someone must climb to the top of and light from above to ensure it burns safely down.
The document discusses what constitutes the best. It states that being the best requires constant self-improvement and pushing your limits each day. To be the best you must learn from both successes and failures, work hard, and never stop learning and growing.
Alexandru Tohotan and Zoltan Zelenyak of 6th Sense Interiors recently completed an incredible steam punk-themed bar in Cluj, Romania that features a number of moving kinetic sculptures.
The USGS Native Bee Inventory and Monitoring Program designs and develops large and small scale surveys for native bees. As part of that program they also develop identification tools and keys for native bee species.
Diamonds are a girl's best friend. De Beers has dominated the diamond industry for over a century by controlling supply and inflating demand through marketing. While diamonds may be forever, De Beers' monopoly has started to erode as synthetic diamonds have entered the market and consumers have grown more aware of the human and environmental costs of mining.
A friend is a hand that is always holding yours, no matter how close or far apart you maybe. A friend is a someone who is always there and will always care. And friend is a feeling of forever in the heart
This document contains quotes from A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on various topics such as dreaming, overcoming challenges, creativity in education, nuclear disarmament, inequality, and non-violence. Kalam encourages thinking differently and having courage to explore new paths. He also emphasizes the importance of teachers in nurturing creativity in children and reducing inequalities so as to prevent unrest.
The Øresund Bridge connects Copenhagen, Denmark to Malmö, Sweden with a nearly 8 km cable-stayed bridge that transitions to a 4 km tunnel on an artificial island. The double-track railway and motorway opened in 2000 and has received awards for its engineering marvel of a bridge turning into an underwater tunnel.
NASA celebrated Earth Day by sharing 26 stunning images of our planet taken from space, including "Blue Marble," showing the entire Earth as one entity, "Aurora Australis" depicting the southern lights over Earth's horizon, and photos of landscapes like Alaska's Brooks Range and the stormy Southern Appalachian Mountains viewed from orbit.
The document discusses various factors like hard work, knowledge, love, luck, money, and leadership but notes that none of them individually equal 100%. It then reveals that attitude is the one factor that does equal 100% when its letters are summed. The conclusion is that changing one's attitude can change one's entire life by helping one go further and reach their full potential of 100%.
These rare old Indian photos provide a glimpse into India's history. The photos depict scenes and people from earlier times in India before modern photography became widespread. In just a few images, one can see how life in India has changed while also experiencing aspects of traditional culture that have been preserved.
Cattle have varying beliefs associated with them in different societies and religions. In some regions like Nepal and parts of India, the slaughter of cattle is prohibited and their meat may be taboo. Cattle are considered sacred in world religions such as Hinduism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism and others held similar beliefs in ancient civilizations like Egypt, Greece, Israel and Rome.
Stunning entries from the 2015 nat geo traveller photo contestJayakrishnan kichu
This document provides summaries of 15 stunning photo entries from the 2015 National Geographic Traveller Photo Contest. The photos showcase beautiful natural landscapes and wildlife from locations around the world, including Yellowstone National Park, the Masai Mara in Kenya, Niagara Falls, the Swiss Alps, Chilean volcanoes, the Philippines, South Africa, Tanzania, Antarctica, Honduras, and Namibia. They capture moments like sunrises, tornadoes, lions with cubs, glaciers, volcanoes, tiny tree shrews, lions resting after a kill, wildlife at a watering hole at sunset, a restaurant on a island at sunset, penguins on an iceberg, freediving, and the otherworldly
This document presents a 4 question quiz that tests logical thinking and memory. The questions involve putting animals like giraffes and elephants in a refrigerator, which animal does not attend an animal conference, and how to cross a river with crocodiles. Getting questions correct requires thinking through the consequences of actions and remembering details. Most professionals miss all the questions, while preschoolers often get some right, showing professionals do not have the brains of 4-year-olds as was theorized.
India's Supreme Court has recognised transgender people as a third gender, in a landmark ruling that may offer gay people a glimmer of hope.
"It is the right of every human being to choose their gender," the court said in granting rights to those who identify themselves as neither male nor female.
The court ordered the government to provide transgender people with quotas in jobs and education in line with other minorities, as well as key amenities.
Joel Rea is a painter whose artwork focuses on conveying feelings and emotions that cannot necessarily be seen or touched physically, but rather must be felt with one's heart. His paintings aim to express the most beautiful aspects of the world in a way that emotionally resonates with viewers. The quote provided emphasizes how the greatest things in life are those that are experienced internally rather than through physical senses.
Ronda is a city in the Spanish province of Málaga. It is located about 100 kilometres (62 mi) west of the city of Málaga with a population of approximately 35,000 inhabitants.
Ronda was first settled by the early Celts, who, in the 6th century BC, called it Arunda. Later Phoenician settlers established themselves nearby to found Acinipo, known locally as Ronda la Vieja, Arunda or Old Ronda. The current Ronda is however of Roman origins, having been founded as a fortified post in the Second Punic War, by Scipio Africanus. Ronda received the title of city at the time of Julius Caesar.
The city is situated in a very mountainous area about 750 meters (2,460 ft) above mean sea level. The Guadalevin River runs through the city, dividing it in two and carving out the steep, 100 plus meters deep El Tajo canyon upon which the city perches.
The Discovery of King Tut exhibition opens this weekend in New York City, featuring colorized photos from the 1922 excavation of King Tut's tomb. An archaeologist discovered Tutankhamun's intact tomb nearly a century ago. An Egyptologist photographed the remarkable excavation, taking over 1400 photos. For the New York exhibition, a studio colorized a selection of the photos, each marking a milestone and showing the romance between New York and King Tut.
“Found her in the form of Ashol Pan, the daughter of an experienced eagle hunter around Han Gohadok, which is south of Ulgii. She was perfect. I was amazed by her comfort and ease as she began handling the grand eagle for the first time in her life. She was fearlessly carrying it on her hand and caressing it somewhat joyfully.”
The world's biggest bonfire is built annually in Alesund, Norway to celebrate Sankthans, or Midsummer, which commemorates John the Baptist's birth. For this festival, wood pallets are stacked over 40 meters high on an artificial island to form Slinningsbålet bonfire. In 2010, a record was set with a structure reaching 40.45 meters tall. About 30-40 people help build the bonfire, which someone must climb to the top of and light from above to ensure it burns safely down.
The document discusses what constitutes the best. It states that being the best requires constant self-improvement and pushing your limits each day. To be the best you must learn from both successes and failures, work hard, and never stop learning and growing.
Alexandru Tohotan and Zoltan Zelenyak of 6th Sense Interiors recently completed an incredible steam punk-themed bar in Cluj, Romania that features a number of moving kinetic sculptures.
The USGS Native Bee Inventory and Monitoring Program designs and develops large and small scale surveys for native bees. As part of that program they also develop identification tools and keys for native bee species.
Diamonds are a girl's best friend. De Beers has dominated the diamond industry for over a century by controlling supply and inflating demand through marketing. While diamonds may be forever, De Beers' monopoly has started to erode as synthetic diamonds have entered the market and consumers have grown more aware of the human and environmental costs of mining.
A friend is a hand that is always holding yours, no matter how close or far apart you maybe. A friend is a someone who is always there and will always care. And friend is a feeling of forever in the heart
This document contains quotes from A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on various topics such as dreaming, overcoming challenges, creativity in education, nuclear disarmament, inequality, and non-violence. Kalam encourages thinking differently and having courage to explore new paths. He also emphasizes the importance of teachers in nurturing creativity in children and reducing inequalities so as to prevent unrest.
The Øresund Bridge connects Copenhagen, Denmark to Malmö, Sweden with a nearly 8 km cable-stayed bridge that transitions to a 4 km tunnel on an artificial island. The double-track railway and motorway opened in 2000 and has received awards for its engineering marvel of a bridge turning into an underwater tunnel.
NASA celebrated Earth Day by sharing 26 stunning images of our planet taken from space, including "Blue Marble," showing the entire Earth as one entity, "Aurora Australis" depicting the southern lights over Earth's horizon, and photos of landscapes like Alaska's Brooks Range and the stormy Southern Appalachian Mountains viewed from orbit.
The document discusses various factors like hard work, knowledge, love, luck, money, and leadership but notes that none of them individually equal 100%. It then reveals that attitude is the one factor that does equal 100% when its letters are summed. The conclusion is that changing one's attitude can change one's entire life by helping one go further and reach their full potential of 100%.
These rare old Indian photos provide a glimpse into India's history. The photos depict scenes and people from earlier times in India before modern photography became widespread. In just a few images, one can see how life in India has changed while also experiencing aspects of traditional culture that have been preserved.