A groundbreaking scientific article on the gamified learning game Snakeleev has just been published in the Journal of Chemical Education. Titled “Snakeleev: An Educational Game for Learning the Periodic Table of Elements“, the article demonstrates the effectiveness of the game as an educational tool designed to enhance learning and memorization of the periodic table of elements.
Snakeleev is an innovative twist on the classic Snake game, where players replace apples with chemical elements, challenging them to recognize and classify these elements based on thematic “diets” tied to real-world applications such as smartphone components and critical materials. This fun and interactive approach not only helps students memorize element symbols but also promotes critical thinking and interdisciplinary learning by bridging chemistry with materials science, sustainability, and technology.
To make the game accessible to everyone, we’ve launched a dedicated page, “Play with Us”, where you can try out Snakeleev directly! Visit the page to start playing and discover the educational power of gamified learning.
Snakeleev is designed for students, educators, and science enthusiasts alike. It’s a great way to explore the periodic table in a fun, engaging, and educational manner. The scientific impact of Snakeleev has been demonstrated through research, showing significant learning gains after just 10-20 minutes of gameplay, with improvements in students’ ability to associate element symbols and classify them based on real-world contexts.
We invite you to explore the game and share it with your students, colleagues, and friends! You can also access the game directly through the following link:
Let’s take learning beyond the textbook and into the world of interactive, interdisciplinary exploration with Snakeleev!
