Description of Invention
Basic calculus is often challenging for business students in higher education, as reflected in poor overall performance and high failure rates. Math anxiety is a key factor contributing to these difficulties. To boost students' interest and motivation, we designed a game to help them learn and apply the basic rules of derivatives in a fun, interactive way. A total of 120 students participated in this game-based learning activity. The study observed that students were more engaged during the group-based game than in traditional problem-solving exercises. Those with math anxiety felt less stressed and anxious when working in groups than solving problems individually. The game sparked curiosity among students, highlighting its effectiveness. This study demonstrates that today’s students are more inclined to engage with game-based learning, suggesting a future need for more innovative math games.