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Who makes money from the metaverse, and how, comes down to what it becomes. And shaping the metaverse is, to a large degree, a matter of definitions.
Log4Shell is the latest hacker exploit rocking the internet, and it’s arguably the worst yet. The vulnerability is in an obscure piece of software used on millions of computers.
A former video game executive offers advice on how to land a job in the industry.
Games can help players practice important skills related to civics and public life, like communication, empathy and compassion, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
More than 30 million people play Roblox every day - and millions also make their own games for the booming kid-friendly digital platform.
Caregivers can strategize with young gamers and challenge racist and sexist stereotypes.
Digital play can be a great substitute for play in the physical world. Research shows playing on a screen builds many of the same skills.
The Autcraft community offers a controlled and filtered environment for autistic children to play and socialise
Play video games and learn a language – a researcher explains why it might be possible.
The supervised, structured and balanced use of Minecraft could allow students to fully benefit from the potential of this game to build skills and increase motivation.
New research uncovers how Australian children actually use Minecraft – shedding light on what devices they use, the social nature of play and a reality check on claims of gender-neutrality.
Is there a way to objectively measure players’ subjective enjoyment of any given video game?
More is possible in a virtual world than in a classroom – that’s what makes Minecraft invaluable.
The online building game offers a way to explore the world of molecules like no other.
Minecraft is not just the world’s most successful PC game – teachers are now using it in the classroom to get kids excited about learning.
Imagine you see a new book by your favourite author. Unlike most books, this one is not finished yet. The author will send you updates when they are available so you can see the story develop as it is…
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Senior Lecturer in Digital Cultures, SOAR Fellow., University of Sydney
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PhD candidate researching children's play in digital games, The University of Melbourne
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Principal Lecturer in Learning and Teaching, University of Hull
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Assistant Professor in Digital Media, University of Canberra
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Professor of Science Communication and Chemistry, University of Hull
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Professor, Queensland University of Technology
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Professor of Psychology, Wichita State University
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Assistant Professor of Human Factors, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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Lecturer in EFL (English as a Foreign Language), University of Central Lancashire
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Professor, Canada Research Chair in Technologies and Education, Université de Montréal
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Associate Professor and Director of Games and Emerging Media, Marist College
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Associate Professor of Learning Sciences and Human Development, University of Washington
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Postdoctoral Fellow, Northwestern University
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Associate Professor of Game Design, Texas A&M University
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