Yellowdig Acquires GetSet Learning to Expand Full Lifecycle Learner Engagement

November 10, 2025

Yellowdig Acquires GetSet Learning to Expand Full Lifecycle Learner Engagement

Unlocking Student Motivation with Gameful Learning

Instructors everywhere face the same uphill climb: getting students to participate meaningfully—especially in online classes. Despite your best efforts, traditional discussion forums can feel more like boxes to check than places for real learning. What’s the antidote? For many educators, the answer is gameful learning.

What is Gameful Learning?

Gameful learning isn’t about turning your classroom into an arcade. It’s about applying the elements of games—clear goals, meaningful choice, and immediate feedback—to academic environments. Platforms like Yellowdig use points, badges, and accolades to recognize real contributions, making participation feel rewarding, not obligatory.

Why Gameful Elements Spark Engagement

Why do students respond so well to this approach? Because gameful mechanics tap into motivation in ways that rote assignments can’t. When students earn points for thoughtful posts or insightful replies, they're encouraged to dig deeper and share experiences. A little friendly competition doesn’t hurt, either—leaderboards spark engagement and help shy students ease into participation.

Yellowdig’s Approach: More Than Just Points

Yellowdig’s platform is built around the idea that engagement should be authentic, not forced. Points aren’t given for empty “I agree” comments, but for contributions that spark conversation and critical thinking. Students can curate their posts with articles or videos that interest them and receive recognition when others interact with their content. This approach fosters intrinsic motivation—students participate because they want to, not because they have to.

Real Results in Real Classrooms

Instructors using Yellowdig consistently report stronger participation and deeper discussion. One faculty member noted that “seventy-five percent of student questions get answered by their peers,” freeing up their time to tackle more advanced topics. Students say they look forward to checking new posts, sharing resources, and earning recognition for meaningful contributions.

Tips for Making Gameful Learning Work

Set Clear Expectations: Let students know how points are earned and celebrate thoughtful interaction, not just frequency.
Offer Meaningful Feedback: Use accolades and comments to highlight particularly insightful posts.
Encourage Creativity: Remind students they can use links, visuals, or even short videos to make their posts stand out.
Foster Healthy Competition: Leaderboards and weekly challenges can energize participation and keep momentum going.

The Takeaway

Gameful learning turns participation from a chore into an opportunity for discovery and community. With the right design, recognition, and tools, you’ll see students take more ownership of their learning—unlocking not just better engagement, but genuine excitement for the subject.
Ready to see how gameful learning can transform your course? Try out Yellowdig and join a thriving community that believes learning should be as rewarding as it is rigorous.

Bringing GetSet’s early-journey expertise into Yellowdig to boost enrollment, retention, and alumni connection across the lifecycle.

PHILADELPHIA —

Philadelphia, PA – [Sept 25, 2025] – Yellowdig, a leader in active learning and social engagement platforms, announced today the acquisition of GetSet Learning, a pioneering student enrollment and retention company. This strategic move underscores Yellowdig’s deepening commitment to full lifecycle learner engagement, from onboarding and orientation through academic success and alumni connections.

By integrating GetSet’s proven expertise in early-stage learner engagement, Yellowdig will expand its capabilities across its Connect, Engage, and Succeed platforms. Over the past decade, GetSet has built a strong reputation for addressing the crucial early moments of the learner journey, a time that often determines long-term persistence and success.

“Bringing GetSet’s platform, knowledge, and innovation into Yellowdig allows us to serve learners even more holistically,” said Shaunak Roy, Founder & CEO of Yellowdig. “We’re building a future where every learner feels connected, supported, and motivated from the moment they step into their academic journey—and this acquisition is a powerful step forward in making that vision real.”

GetSet’s senior team will remain in place to provide high-touch support for existing clients, ensuring continuity of service. Meanwhile, Yellowdig will bring additional depth and scale to the platform, enhancing student communities and driving measurable outcomes for institutions.

“We are proud of the community and expertise we’ve built over the years to help learners thrive in those early, critical stages,” said Karan Goel, Co-Founder & CEO of GetSet. “Joining forces with Yellowdig ensures our clients and learners not only continue to benefit from that foundation but also gain access to a richer, more comprehensive ecosystem adding capabilities such as classroom academic communities, advising, and alumni engagement.”

As part of the deal, Karan Goel will join Yellowdig as an Advisor, helping guide the seamless integration of GetSet’s capabilities into Yellowdig and ensuring continued value for learners and institutions.

For more information about this acquisition, please contact:
Gene – [email protected]

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