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Game & Serious (or rather Serious Game) - Interview with Julian Alvarez Julian ALVAREZ & Mathilde PRIALNIC - 2024

Informations

Support : Médias
Author(s) : Julian ALVAREZ & Mathilde PRIALNIC
Editor : Nananère ! #3 - Mathilde PRIALNIC - WDK Groupe Partner
Date : 2024
Lang : Lang


Description

When we think of play, we first think of a childish activity whose sole purpose is to entertain. But the proof is in the pudding: adults play! Whether it's trading cards or video games, gaming isn't just for kids! In fact, it's even become serious.   In this episode, Julian Alvarez, a doctor in information and communication sciences specializing in Serious Games and Gamification dedicated to education, health and communication, explains what a Serious Game is, and the educational issues it raises.   Find out how a video game can be used to turn a fun activity into a real learning lever, whether for children or adults! 

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5b8ea51sM8g 

00:00 Introduction 
04:40 What is a Serious Game? 
12:30 Distinction between Serious Play and Serious Game 
14:25 How did video games become “serious”? 
20:23 Some examples of Serious Games


Keywords : Serious game, Game, Play, Toy, Children, Video game, Board games