A Colombian startup is leading a transformation in the language learning educational system with an innovative proposal: the integration of video games as an evaluation method in English learning. This approach not only modernizes language teaching, but also combats one of the most widespread problems in academia: test anxiety.
In a country where bilingualism is key to accessing better job opportunities, this digital revolution takes on special relevance. According to recent data, professionals who are fluent in English can increase their income by 20% to 50%, but the learning and evaluation process remains a challenge, especially due to the stress associated with traditional tests. This is where gamification, powered by Universal Idiomas, comes into play.
“Unlike other platforms, Universal Online combines advanced technology with an international certification backed by the prestigious Oxford University. This allows our students to obtain tangible results more efficiently, while enjoying learning tailored to their needs, with the support of Vicky, our virtual assistant. Vicky corrects grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary in real time, providing immediate feedback to maximize learning”said Katherine Peralta, digital transformation manager at Universal Online.
Gamification: a new era for evaluation.
The approach developed by these entrepreneurs goes beyond virtual classrooms. Universal Online, the educational platform they lead, has integrated video games into the English evaluation system, allowing students to take their exams in an immersive and playful environment. Gamification not only makes the evaluation process more attractive, but it significantly reduces the anxiety of students, who face the challenges of evaluation in a more dynamic and entertaining way.
This model responds to a clear need: traditional assessment often generates stress, which negatively impacts academic performance. Video games, on the other hand, allow students to apply their knowledge in a practical way and without the pressure of conventional exams. The tests become interactive challenges where, for example, users must overcome levels or solve situations in English, which allows them to demonstrate their command of the language in a more relaxed and natural way.
A platform powered by AI and video games
The Universal Online proposal, created and managed by young Colombians and sponsored by Universal Languages, not only focuses on gamification, but also on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to personalize learning. AI adapts content to each student’s needs, correcting errors in real time and adjusting lessons based on individual progress. This approach, which combines advanced technology with playful elements, has allowed students on the platform to obtain significant results in less time and with less emotional pressure.
A digital contribution from Colombia
What makes this initiative even more relevant is that it arises in a local context. In a country where barriers to accessing quality education remain high, this innovation not only democratizes language learning, but makes it more accessible and effective. Furthermore, it breaks with traditional schemes, presenting a new way of learning and evaluating that resonates especially with new generations, who are more familiar with video games than with traditional educational methods.
Katherine Peralta, digital project leader behind this platform, explains: “We knew that learning and assessment needed to evolve, especially to better suit today’s students. “Video games offer a space where you can learn without the burden of traditional evaluation, and that generates confidence in students, making them enjoy the process more”.
The transformation proposed by these young Colombians is more than a simple technological innovation; is a bid to redefine the way students face academic challenges. In a world where bilingualism becomes increasingly indispensable, the union of video games and artificial intelligence is presented as a powerful tool to accelerate learning, reduce anxiety and, ultimately, open new doors for future generations..
With this proposal, Universal Online is not only revolutionizing education in Colombia, but is also contributing to the global advance of digitalization in learning, demonstrating that innovative and high-impact educational solutions can be created from Latin America.
The evolution of the educational system in Colombia, driven by these young entrepreneurs, highlights the potential of gamification to improve both teaching and assessment. In a country where education is key to improving job opportunities, this approach could mark a before and after in how students prepare and face the challenge of learning a new language.
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