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The Psychology of Video Games
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The Psychology of Video Games
Understand how psychology influences game design, player behavior, and engagement in this free online course.
Ever wonder why video games can trigger such intense emotions—joy, frustration, fear, or triumph? This course uncovers how video games affect cognitive functions and emotional engagement and help enhance cr... Ever wonder why video games can trigger such intense emotions—joy, frustration, fear, or triumph? This course uncovers how video games affect cognitive functions and emotional engagement and help enhance creativity, problem-solving, and other valuable skills. Discover how to address the negative impacts of video gaming while fostering a safe and enjoyable gaming community and building social connections among online gamers.
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What You Will Learn In This Free Course
- Explain the basic psychological the...
- Outline various factors that influe...
- Discuss how cognitive functions suc...
- Identify the positive aspects of vi...
- Explain the basic psychological theories and concepts that apply to video games
- Outline various factors that influence player behavior and the overall gaming experience
- Discuss how cognitive functions such as attention, memory, and decision-making are engaged during video gameplay
- Identify the positive aspects of video gaming, including creativity, imagination and a sense of fulfillment
- Recognise signs of gaming addiction and the psychological factors behind problematic behaviours
- Recall how video games can influence developmental processes across different age groups
- State how online interactions within gaming communities impact social behavior and group dynamics
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