EDUCATIONAL GAMING SYSTEM AND A METHOD THEREOF

Abstract

Disclosed herein is an educational gaming system (100) that comprises a central processing unit (CPU) (102), a robust storage unit (104), a secured communication network (106), a gaming engine (108), configured to run the gaming application, a navigation panel (110) embedded within the gaming engine (108). The educational gaming system (100) also includes a user interface (112) embedded within the gaming engine (108). The educational gaming system (100) also includes a narrative-based storyline module (114) attached to the user interface (112). The educational gaming system (100) also includes a coding challenge module (116) attached to the attached to the user interface (108). The educational gaming system (100) also includes a rewards module (118) attached to the user interface (108). The educational gaming system (100) also includes an augmented reality component (120) embedded within the gaming engine (108).

Specification

Description:FIELD OF DISCLOSURE
[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to educational technology systems and methods that enhance learning through interactive digital platforms, more specifically, relates to an augmented reality-based educational gaming system and the method that incorporates narrative-driven gameplay with coding challenges and aptitude tasks.
BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0002] Conventional educational platforms and methods have demonstrated limitations in maintaining student interest, particularly in technical subjects such as coding, problem-solving, and logical reasoning. These traditional systems and methods often passively present educational material, lacking the interactive and immersive qualities needed to captivate students and sustain their attention.
[0003] Moreover, while gamification has been increasingly adopted to improve user engagement in educational contexts, existing solutions are often insufficient in providing a seamless integration of educational challenges with compelling game mechanics. In particular, most educational platforms and its working method fail to incorporate augmented reality (AR) in a meaningful way, limiting the potential for interactive and immersive learning experiences.
[0004] Prior art in educational platforms often fails to provide an engaging and interactive environment. Many conventional systems and their working methods rely on static content, such as text-based tutorials, quizzes, and videos, which do not actively involve the student in the learning process. While some platforms introduce basic gamification techniques, such as point scoring or badges, these mechanisms are insufficient to maintain prolonged student interest or motivation.
[0005] Existing platforms and their working method generally lack the incorporation of dynamic, narrative-driven content. Most platforms present challenges or educational tasks in isolation, disconnected from a broader storyline that could otherwise motivate and immerse the user. This absence of a coherent, evolving narrative reduces the user's engagement with the educational material and does not capitalize on the power of storytelling to make learning enjoyable and relevant.
[0006] In addition, another concern is the usage of augmented reality (AR). It has demonstrated immense potential for enhancing interactive and immersive learning, but its implementation in existing educational platforms and methods remains limited. Prior systems and methods typically employ AR for superficial overlays, such as displaying static images or simple visual aids. These uses do not fully leverage AR's capacity to create interactive, real-world scenarios that engage the student in solving complex, multi-step educational tasks.
[0007] A major drawback of prior art systems and methods is the absence of adaptive learning mechanisms that tailor educational content to individual student performance. Most systems and their working methods in the prior art deliver educational challenges at a fixed difficulty level, regardless of the learner's progress or ability. This static approach leads to user frustration-either by presenting overly simple tasks that fail to challenge advanced users or by overwhelming less proficient students with difficult tasks beyond their skill level.
[0008] Further, in the existing systems and methods, there is often a clear distinction between the "learning" and "gaming" components of the platform, which diminishes the educational effectiveness of the system. Educational platforms that treat gamification as a superficial add-on, rather than integrating it into the core of the learning experience, fail to create an immersive environment. This separation between gameplay and education reduces the student's ability to apply learned concepts in real-time, within the context of the game.
[0009] Lastly, the reward mechanisms in existing educational platforms and methods are often insufficient to incentivize continued user engagement. Many systems and their working methods use generic, one-dimensional reward structures, such as points or badges, which quickly lose their appeal. The prior art has failed to implement dynamic and personalized rewards that adapt to the user's progress and offer meaningful incentives, such as unlocking new content, personalized feedback, or enhanced features within the game.
[0010] Given these limitations, there is a need for an educational gaming system and working method based on narratives and coding. This system and its working method would provide an engaging and interactive environment, encouraging sustained student interest and fostering a deeper understanding of coding and problem-solving skills. The present invention addresses these shortcomings by offering a unified platform that combines educational content with immersive gameplay, AR integration, and personalized, adaptive learning experiences.
[0011] Thus, in light of the above-stated discussion, there exists a need for an educational gaming system and method based on narratives and coding.
SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0012] The following is a summary description of illustrative embodiments of the invention. It is provided as a preface to assist those skilled in the art to more rapidly assimilate the detailed design discussion which ensues and is not intended in any way to limit the scope of the claims which are appended hereto in order to particularly point out the invention.
[0013] According to illustrative embodiments, the present disclosure focuses on an educational gaming system based on narratives and coding which overcomes the above-mentioned disadvantages or provides the users with a useful or commercial choice.
[0014] The primary objective of the present disclosure is to improve student engagement in learning by integrating immersive narrative-driven gameplay with educational content. By combining storytelling with coding challenges and augmented reality (AR), the system and the method aim to make learning more interactive, enjoyable, and motivating for students.
[0015] Another objective of the present disclosure is that the system and the method are designed to strengthen students' problem-solving abilities and coding skills. Through interactive challenges embedded within the game, students can practice logical reasoning and technical skills in a fun and engaging environment.
[0016] Another objective of the present disclosure is to utilize AR technology to create an interactive and immersive learning environment. By overlaying virtual objects and challenges onto real-world environments, the system encourages hands-on learning and provides a dynamic way for students to engage with educational content.
[0017] Another objective of the present disclosure is to create a seamless integration of educational content and entertainment. By embedding educational challenges within the narrative and gameplay, the system and the method blur the lines between learning and play, ensuring that students can apply their knowledge in real-time, within the context of the game.
[0018] Yet another objective of the present disclosure is that the system and the method's goal is to motivate and incentivize students by offering a dynamic and personalized reward system. As students complete coding challenges and progress through the game, they earn virtual rewards such as gems, or unlocking new levels, which serve as positive reinforcement and encourage continued learning and engagement.
[0019] In light of the above, in one aspect of the present disclosure, an educational gaming system based on narratives and coding is disclosed herein. The system includes a central processing unit to manage game logic, AR integration, user inputs, database management, rewards, and UI rendering. The system also consists of a robust storage unit that is connected to a central processing unit for storing progress, rewards, and performance metrics. The system also includes a secure communication network connected with the storage unit for real-time data transmission. The system also includes a gaming engine, connected with the communication network to run a gaming application. The system enable the user to progress through the narrative based on performance in the coding challenges. The system also includes a user interface embedded within the gaming engine to display coding challenges, rewards, and AR objects, and guides the user through the game's storyline. The system also includes a narrative-based storyline module that is connected to the user interface to integrate educational content. The system also includes a coding challenge module that is connected to the user interface to present coding tasks to the user. The system also includes a rewards module connected to the user interface to grant virtual items, such as gems or passwords, upon successful completion of coding challenges. The system also includes an augmented reality component embedded within the search engine to overlay virtual objects onto real-world environments using the device's camera.
[0020] In one embodiment, the system includes a central processing unit (CPU) that is the main processor which handles multiple concurrent user sessions and scales horizontally or vertically to accommodate varying loads.
[0021] In one embodiment, the system includes a robust storage unit that utilizes regional database management for storing and managing progress, rewards, and performance metrics.
[0022] In one embodiment, the system includes AR components consisting of terrain-based navigation, enabling the user to interact with virtual environments that blend into the real world.
[0023] In one embodiment, the system includes a user interface that displays progress indicators, showing the user's performance in terms of coding challenge completion and storyline advancement.
[0024] In one embodiment, the system includes a narrative-based storyline that evolves in response to the user's progress in the coding challenges.
[0025] In one embodiment, the system includes a coding challenge module that is adaptable to the user's skill level, dynamically adjusting the difficulty of the tasks presented
[0026] In one embodiment, the system includes virtual codes or passwords that unlock new levels or sections of the storyline.
[0027] In one embodiment, the method includes the integration of educational content via the narrative-based storyline module.
[0028] In one embodiment, the method includes the presentation of coding challenges to a user via the coding challenge module.
[0029] In one embodiment, the method includes rewarding the user with virtual rewards, such as gems or keys, upon successful completion of the coding challenges via the rewards module.
[0030] In one embodiment, the method includes allowing the user to use the virtual rewards to unlock new levels or progress in the storyline.
[0031] In one embodiment, the method includes utilizing an augmented reality component to display virtual objects and clues in the user's real-world environment.
[0032] These and other advantages will be apparent from the present application of the embodiments described herein.
[0033] The preceding is a simplified summary to provide an understanding of some embodiments of the present invention. This summary is neither an extensive nor exhaustive overview of the present invention and its various embodiments. The summary presents selected concepts of the embodiments of the present invention in a simplified form as an introduction to the more detailed description presented below. As will be appreciated, other embodiments of the present invention are possible utilizing, alone or in combination, one or more of the features set forth above or described in detail below.
[0034] These elements, together with the other aspects of the present disclosure and various features are pointed out with particularity in the claims annexed hereto and form a part of the present disclosure. For a better understanding of the present disclosure, its operating advantages, and the specified object attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings and descriptive matter in which there are illustrated exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0035] To describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present disclosure or in the prior art more clearly, the following briefly describes the accompanying drawings required for describing the embodiments or the prior art. Apparently, the accompanying drawings in the following description merely show some embodiments of the present disclosure, and a person of ordinary skill in the art can derive other implementations from these accompanying drawings without creative efforts. All of the embodiments or the implementations shall fall within the protection scope of the present disclosure.
[0036] The advantages and features of the present disclosure will become better understood with reference to the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawing, in which:
[0037] FIG. 1 illustrates a block diagram of an educational gaming system based on narratives and coding in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0038] FIG. 2 illustrates a flowchart for the working of the educational gaming system, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0039] FIG. 3 illustrates a step-by-step working model of the education gaming system, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0040] Like reference, numerals refer to like parts throughout the description of several views of the drawing.
[0041] The educational gaming system and working method are illustrated in the accompanying drawings, which like reference letters indicate corresponding parts in the various figures. It should be noted that the accompanying figure is intended to present illustrations of exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. This figure is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. It should also be noted that the accompanying figure is not necessarily drawn to scale.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0042] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such detail as to communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure.
[0043] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments of the present disclosure. It may be apparent to one skilled in the art that embodiments of the present disclosure may be practiced without some of these specific details.
[0044] Various terms as used herein are shown below. To the extent a term is used, it should be given the broadest definition persons in the pertinent art have given that term as reflected in printed publications and issued patents at the time of filing.
[0045] The terms "a" and "an" herein do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced items.
[0046] The terms "having", "comprising", "including", and variations thereof signifies the presence of a component.
[0047] Referring now to FIG. 1 to describe various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of an educational gaming system 100 based on narratives and coding, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0048] The educational gaming system 100 may include a central processing unit 102 configured to manage game logic, AR integration, user inputs, database management, rewards, and UI rendering, the educational gaming system. This educational gaming system 100 may include a robust storage unit 104 connected with central processing unit 102, for storing progress, rewards, and performance metrics securely. The educational gaming system 100 may also include a secure communication network 106 connected with the storage unit 104 for real-time data transmission. The educational gaming system 100 may also include a gaming engine 108 connected with the communication network 106 configured to run the gaming application. The educational gaming system may also include a navigation panel 110 embedded within the gaming engine 108 and connected to the user interface 112 configured to enable the user to progress through the narrative based on performance in the coding challenges. The educational gaming system may also include a user interface 112 connected with the communication network 106 configured to display coding challenges, rewards, and AR objects, and guides the user through the game's storyline. The educational gaming system 100 may also include a narrative-based storyline module 114 connected with the user interface 112 configured to integrate educational content. The educational gaming system 100 may also include a coding challenge module 116 connected with the user interface 112 configured to present coding tasks to the user. The educational gaming system 100 may also include a rewards module 118 connected to the user interface 112 configured to grant virtual items, such as gems or passwords, upon successful completion of coding challenges. The educational gaming system 100 may also include an augmented reality component 120 embedded within the search engine 108 configured to overlay virtual objects onto real-world environments using the device's camera.
[0049] Central to the educational gaming system 100, Central processing unit 102 may have parallel processing capabilities. Central processing unit 102 unit may serve as the primary computational hub, coordinating the various components and processing large amounts of data efficiently. The central processing unit (CPU) 102 may also handles multiple concurrent user sessions and scales horizontally or vertically to accommodate varying loads.
[0050] The educational gaming system 100 may incorporate a storage unit 104 that utilizes regional database management for storing and managing progress, rewards, and performance metrics.
[0051] The educational gaming system 100 may consist a secured communication network 106 that may include real-time data transmission, secures data during transmission, and optimizes the network.
[0052] A key feature of the educational gaming system 100 is the gaming engine 108 which may provide a platform to run the gaming application.
[0053] The navigation panel 110 in the educational gaming system 100, may be embedded within the gaming engine 108 which may enable the user to progress through the narrative based on performance in the coding challenges.
[0054] The user interface 112 in the educational gaming system 100, may be embedded within the gaming engine 108, which may display progress indicators, showing the user's performance in terms of coding challenge completion and storyline advancement.
[0055] The educational gaming system's 100 narrative-based storyline module 114 may evolve in response to the user's progress in the coding challenges.
[0056] The educational gaming system 100 may also provide a coding challenge module 116 that is adaptable to the user's skill level, dynamically adjusting the difficulty of the tasks presented.
[0057] The educational gaming system 100 may also provide the rewards module 118 that gives dynamic and personalized rewards, including virtual items such as gems, keys, or passwords, which are granted upon successful completion of coding challenges and used to unlock new levels, features, or narrative elements within the game.
[0058] The educational gaming system's 100 augmented reality component 120 may overlay virtual objects, such as clues, rewards, or interactive elements, onto real-world environments through the user device's camera, enabling the user to interact with both physical and virtual objects to progress through the educational game.
[0059] Referring now to FIG. 2 to describe various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 2 illustrates a flowchart for the working method 200 of the educational gaming system 100 based on narratives and coding, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0060] The method 200 may comprise of-
[0061] At 202, integrating educational content via narrative-based storyline module 114.
[0062] At 204, presenting a user with coding challenges via the coding challenge module 116.
[0063] At 206, rewarding the user with virtual rewards, such as gems, upon successful completion of the coding challenges via the rewards module 118.
[0064] At 208, allowing the user to use the virtual rewards to unlock new levels or progress in the storyline.
[0065] At 210, utilizing augmented reality component 120 to display virtual objects and clues in the user's real-world environment.
[0066] The method 200 may also involve that the difficulty level of the coding challenges being dynamically adjusted based on the user's performance to provide a personalized learning experience.
[0067] The method 200 in which the augmented reality component 120 may perform overlying of interactive virtual objects and clues onto real-world environments, allowing the user to interact with both physical and virtual elements to progress through the educational content.
[0068] The method 200 may also include the step of enabling multiplayer functionality, allowing users to collaborate or compete in solving coding challenges and advancing through the narrative.
[0069] Referring now to FIG. 3 to describe various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 3 illustrates a step-by-step working model 300 of the education gaming system 100 based on narratives and coding, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0070] At 302, opening the play menu.
[0071] At 304, choosing any storyline for further continuing the educational game.
[0072] At 306, choosing the storyline 1.
[0073] At 308, selecting the level to play.
[0074] At 310, answering the two questions that have been asked in the game.
[0075] At 312, receiving a clue to answer.
[0076] At 314, entering the password to move to the next level
[0077] At 316, elevating to the next level.
[0078] At 318, choosing the storyline 2.
[0079] At 320, the character is introduced.
[0080] At 322, selecting the level to play.
[0081] At 324, answering the question 1.
[0082] At 326, collecting the gem 1.
[0083] At 328, receiving the clue 1.
[0084] At 330, answering the question 2.
[0085] At 332, collecting the gem 2.
[0086] At 334, receiving the clue 2.
[0087] At 316, similar to the storyline 1, elevating to the next level.
[0088] At 336, choosing the storyline 3.
[0089] At 338, selecting the level to play.
[0090] At 340, the story is introduced.
[0091] At 342, answering the two questions that have been asked in the game.
[0092] At 344, entering the password to get a clue.
[0093] At 346, enabling the terrain feature.
[0094] At 316, similar to the storyline 1 and 2, elevating to the next level.
[0095] While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and various embodiments, it will be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the scope of the appended claims.
[0096] A person of ordinary skill in the art may be aware that, in combination with the examples described in the embodiments disclosed in this specification, units, and algorithm steps may be implemented by electronic hardware, computer software, or a combination thereof.
[0097] The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present disclosure have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the present disclosure to the precise forms disclosed, and many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The embodiments were chosen and described to best explain the principles of the present disclosure and its practical application, and to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the present disclosure and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated. It is understood that various omissions and substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstances may suggest or render expedient, but such omissions and substitutions are intended to cover the application or implementation without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.
[0098] Disjunctive language such as the phrase "at least one of X, Y, Z," unless specifically stated otherwise, is otherwise understood with the context as used in general to present that an item, term, etc., may be either X, Y, or Z, or any combination thereof (e.g., X, Y, and/or Z). Thus, such disjunctive language is not generally intended to, and should not, imply that certain embodiments require at least one of X, at least one of Y, or at least one of Z to each be present.
[0099] In a case that no conflict occurs, the embodiments in the present disclosure and the features in the embodiments may be mutually combined. The foregoing descriptions are merely specific implementations of the present disclosure, but are not intended to limit the protection scope of the present disclosure. Any variation or replacement readily figured out by a person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present disclosure shall fall within the protection scope of the present disclosure. Therefore, the protection scope of the present disclosure shall be subject to the protection scope of the claims.
, Claims:I/We Claim:
1. An educational gaming system (100) based on narratives and coding, the educational gaming system (100) comprises:
a central processing unit (CPU) (102) configured to manage game logic, AR integration, user inputs, database management, rewards, multiplayer, and UI rendering, the educational gaming system;
a storage unit (104) connected with the central processing unit (102), the storage unit (104) configured to store progress, rewards, and performance metrics;
a secured communication network (106) connected with the storage unit (104), the secured communication network configured to the real-time transmission of data;
a gaming engine (108) connected with the communication network (106), the gaming engine (108) configured to run the gaming application.
a navigation panel (110) embedded within the gaming engine (108) and connected to the user interface (112), the navigation panel (110) configured to enable the user to progress through the narrative based on performance in the coding challenges.
a user interface (112) embedded within the gaming engine (108), the user interface (112) configured to display coding challenges, rewards, and AR objects, and guides the user through the game's storyline;
a narrative-based storyline module (114) connected with the user interface (112), the narrative-based storyline module (114) configured to integrate educational content;
a coding challenge module (116) connected with the user interface (112), the coding challenge module (116) configured to present coding tasks to the user;
a rewards module (118) connected to the user interface (112), the rewards module (118) configured to grant virtual items, such as gems or passwords, upon successful completion of coding challenges; and
an augmented reality component (120) embedded within the gaming engine (108), the augmented reality component (120) configured to overlay virtual objects onto real-world environments using the device's camera.
2. The educational gaming system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the user interface (112) displays progress indicators, showing the user's performance in terms of coding challenge completion and storyline advancement.
3. The educational gaming system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the narrative-based storyline module (114) evolves in response to the user's progress in the coding challenges.
4. The educational gaming system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the coding challenge module (116) is adaptable to the user's skill level, dynamically adjusting the difficulty of the tasks presented.
5. The educational gaming system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the rewards module (118) provides dynamic and personalized rewards, including virtual items such as gems, keys, or passwords, which are granted upon successful completion of coding challenges and used to unlock new levels, features, or narrative elements within the game.
6. The educational gaming system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the augmented reality component (120) overlays virtual objects, such as clues, rewards, or interactive elements, onto real-world environments through the user device's camera, enabling the user to interact with both physical and virtual objects to progress through the educational game.
7. A method (200) for working of the educational gaming system (100) based on narratives and coding, the method (200) comprising;
integrating educational content (202) via the narrative-based storyline module (114);
presenting a user with coding challenges (204) via the coding challenge module (116);
rewarding the user with virtual rewards (206), such as gems or keys, upon successful completion of the coding challenges via the rewards module (118);
allowing the user to use the virtual rewards (208) to unlock new levels or progress in the storyline;
utilizing augmented reality component (120) (210) to display virtual objects and clues in the user's real-world environment;
8. The method (200) of claim 7, wherein the difficulty level of the coding challenges is dynamically adjusted based on the user's performance to provide a personalized learning experience.
9. The method (200) of claim 7, wherein the augmented reality component (120) performs overlying of interactive virtual objects and clues onto real-world environments, allowing the user to interact with both physical and virtual elements to progress through the educational content.

Documents