Structured vs. Freeform Learning Paths

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The platform offers structured learning paths for those who prefer more guidance, but also allows for free exploration. With over 1200 videos, managing knowledge involves categorizing content by beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Learning paths like core building assist in structured learning, while interest-based exploration directs users to different areas of learning based on their preferences, such as entrepreneurship, motivational psychology, gainful design, or applied psychology. This balance between structured and freeform learning experiences allows users to delve into content based on their interests while offering guidance when needed.

Yu-kai Chou is an Author and International Keynote Speaker on Gamification and Behavioral Design. He is the Founding Partner and Chief Creation Officer of the premium consulting/design firm The Octalysis Group, as well as the Original Creator of the Octalysis Framework, and the author of Actionable Gamification: Beyond Points, Badges, and Leaderboards.

We talked about why games are often more engaging than real life, The Octalysis Framework-Yu-Kai’s most substantial life work that breaks down all human motivation into eight core drives, why traditional schooling so boring, how to gamify your real life, flow theory as it relates to the Octaylsis, and Octalysis Prime-Yu-Kai’s online gamified learning platform.

Yu-Kai Chou Blog: https://yukaichou.com/

Octalysis Prime: https://island.octalysisprime.com/#!/

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