A Systematic Review of Tiktok-Based Gamification for Civic Education Among Generation Z
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https://doi.org/10.56294/saludcyt20252291Keywords:
Civic Education, Gamification, Generation Z, Political Literacy, TikTokAbstract
This research presents a systematic review of empirical studies addressing the integration of TikTok-based gamification in civic education aimed at Generation Z. As digital natives, Gen Z has distinctive learning patterns and is heavily influenced by mobile technology and social media. TikTok, with its participatory and algorithmic features, offers unique potential to enhance political literacy, learning motivation, and civic engagement when combined with gamification strategies. This review was conducted based on the PRISMA 2020 guidelines by searching the literature in three databases: Scopus, ScienceDirect, and ERIC. Of the 616 identified articles, a screening and selection process based on inclusion criteria using the PICOS framework yielded 19 empirical articles eligible for thematic analysis. The selected articles were peer-reviewed publications published between 2021 and 2025. The analysis shows that TikTok-based gamification positively impacts Gen Z's political awareness, learning motivation, and engagement in democratic processes. Effective strategies include the use of AR filters, short videos, storylines, reward systems, and integration into digital learning platforms. However, challenges were also identified, such as algorithmic bias, low critical digital literacy, and institutional resistance to the use of social media in formal education. This study provides conceptual contributions in mapping theoretical foundations and implementation models, as well as practical contributions to the development of contextual, inclusive, and adaptive citizenship learning strategies for the characteristics of the digital generation.
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