RT journal article T1 Gamifying SQL Learning: Strategies, Impact, and Trends in Higher Education A1 Del Pozo Arcos, Sandra A1 Balderas Alberico, Antonio A2 Ingeniería Informática K1 SQL K1 Database K1 Gamification K1 Case study AB This article presents a study that combines a systematic mapping of the use of gamification in SQL learning with a case study conducted in a database course in higher education. The research addresses the convergence between gamification and SQL learning by evaluating and categorizing existing literature and integrating this review with the analysis of a specific implementation of gamification techniques. Various gamification strategies and approaches used in educational settings to facilitate the understanding and mastery of SQL are examined, highlighting effective practices and areas of opportunity. It also identifies emerging trends, challenges and research gaps, providing a comprehensive overview of gamification in database education. This blend of theoretical analysis and case study aims to inform educators, researchers and practitioners about the current state of gamification in SQL learning, and to encourage critical reflection and innovation to improve pedagogical practice in this specific area. PB The Association for Smart Learning Ecosystems and Territorial Development (ASLERD) YR 2024 FD 2024-12 LK http://hdl.handle.net/10498/36442 UL http://hdl.handle.net/10498/36442 LA eng DS Repositorio Institucional de la Universidad de Cádiz RD 10-nov-2026