Designing of a mobile app for the development of pervasive games

We face a technology growth period that promotes STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) as basic set of competences in diversified professional backgrounds. However, the process of teaching this areas is complex and abstract. We propose using game-based learning (GBL) for increased engagement and efficacy. More specifically, we use pervasive games as the drive of the learning process, promoting challenges in the context of the learner. To develop pervasive games, we require mobile devices (for location-based games) and a set of functionalities regarding location, time, and context of the user. In this article, we present the design of a mobile app to implement pervasive games. The perks of the mobile devices will be used to get unique and engaging challenges, to stimulate learning. Therefore, the learning process will become more enjoyable, and it will accomplish the goal of learning “anytime anywhere”. This work sets upon previous work developed in the H2020 BEACONING project and the mobile app presented will allow other developers to create pervasive games for distinct areas of learning in a more engaging and effective way.