We will gain an insight into the way online games work.
We will explore the elements of online games that are designed to keep us engaged, spending money and playing for long periods.
This module we will consider, and understand, some of the tactics used in games to influence our behaviour, and the effects risky gaming can have on our health, wellbeing and relationships.
Module 2
Am I in control?
How online games keep you playing.
Lesson plans
3 x 90-min
Lesson 1:
Tricks of the trade (part 1)
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Lesson 2:
Tricks of the trade (part 2)
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Lesson 3:
Are you in control of the game?
Discussions
15–30 min
Theme 2.1
Tricks of the trade (part 1)
How video game designers keep us playing
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Theme 2.1
Tricks of the trade (part 1)
How video game designers keep us playing
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Theme 2.2
Are you in control of the game?
Theme 2.3
Are you in control of your emotions?
Theme 2.4
The line starts to blur
Theme 2.5
Choice
Theme 2.6
Conflict
Kinaesthetic learning activities
30–60 mins
Activity 2.1
What’s the sound of…(drama)
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Activity 2.2
Grinding (drama game)
Activity 2.3
What’s in the lootbox? (art /drama)
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Extension 2.4
Avatar in trouble (art)
Extension 2.5
Game over (drama)
The Bridge
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