A gamified requirements inspection process for goal models

Despite its potential benefits, requirements inspection is an often overlooked activity. When it is performed, it is usually in an unstructured, ad hoc fashion. This is particularly the case for requirements documented as i* goal models, considering that there is no inspection process designed specifically to address this kind of models. In this paper, we propose a gamified requirements inspection process that goes beyond the straightforward application of game mechanics. The Ring-i process (Requirements Inspection Gamified process for i* Models) allows stakeholders to verify i* models together, in a playful environment. Empirical evaluation with students in a Requirements Engineering course provided indications that the process is not only useful but also fun and easy to use.

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