Serious Gaming
Have you ever wondered how playing games can help us to train people, deal with societal challenges or raise awareness of contemporary social issues? In this MOOC you will learn the ins and outs of games that are designed with exactly those purposes in mind: serious games. We will define serious games and discuss the different types that have been developed. We will explain why people like to play them and what impact they may have. State of the art theories from game studies, philosophy and media psychology will be used to help you understand how serious games work and how they appeal to players. The potential impact of gaming is addressed in detail by discussing persuasive games, which aim at changing the player’s attitude. Throughout the MOOC, theoretical insights will be illustrated with playful animations and case studies of serious games that are developed by world-class companies in the city of Rotterdam.
This MOOC is particularly interesting for you when you are a student considering to study digital media such as serious games, a professional interested in the opportunities these games may create for your organization, or a game developer who wants to know more about the impact serious games can have. Note that this MOOC will not teach you how to design a serious game.
Watch the teaser for this MOOC here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqjY1KSsEx8
Are you ready to broaden your vision on serious games? Join this course and be inspired!
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Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Let the games begin: What are serious games?
Week 2
Introduction to game theory
Week 3
Different types of serious games
Week 4
Persuasive Gaming
Week 5
The Impact of Serious Games
Week 6
The Futures of Serious Games
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Reviews
Great introduction to the topic of serious games. Please make more in detail courses. We need it.
Thank you!
Ujjwal
This was my first MOOC. I am still in the middle of the course but it is very interesting. The content is very clear and well structured.
Pretty good course although the weekly animations have some cringey feel to them :(
Great learning - very interesting - not too intense - clear and straight to the point.
