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54 – Gee – What Video Games Have to Teach Us About Learning and Literacy

Game Studies Study Buddies

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Challenging Baby Boomer Logic in Video Game Education

The chapter explores how a book challenges traditional Baby Boomer logic by emphasizing the value of video games in learning and literacy, advocating for a shift in mindset. It discusses the influence of the book in game studies and critiques its focus on linguistic and educational theories over broader cultural perspectives. The chapter also delves into the concept of good and bad games, literacy beyond reading and writing, and the future of video games influenced by capitalism and speculation.

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