Course Overview
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Games as Literature seeks to improve the visibility and portrayal of video games in the academic space. We teach about video games from an artistic perspective, and help gamers and non-gamers alike learn to benefit from their interactive experiences.... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 41 min
- Lessons 10
- Attachments 17
- Exercises 40
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57 CQ
10 Lessons in This Course
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9 minGames lesson 15 CQ
In this first lesson on the narrative of video games, explore why so many video games are violent and what makes violence such a common element of the medium.
with The Game ProfessorIn this first lesson on the narrative of video games, explore why so many video games are violent and what makes violence such a common element of the medium.
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10 minGames lesson 26 CQ
The discussion around video game violence has some fundamental flaws. In this lesson, address the topic with data and attempt to change the discussion.
with The Game ProfessorThe discussion around video game violence has some fundamental flaws. In this lesson, address the topic with data and attempt to change the discussion.
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10 minGames lesson 36 CQ
Using Cave Story as an example, The Game Professor establishes the relationship between violent gameplay, video game stories, and a game's stance on violence.
with The Game ProfessorUsing Cave Story as an example, The Game Professor establishes the relationship between violent gameplay, video game stories, and a game's stance on violence.
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8 minGames lesson 45 CQ
Action movies have a huge influence on video game stories. In this lesson on violence and video games, explore why and how games follow popular action movies.
with The Game ProfessorAction movies have a huge influence on video game stories. In this lesson on violence and video games, explore why and how games follow popular action movies.
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10 minGames lesson 56 CQ
Does a video game automatically endorse the actions it has you, the player, perform? Attempt to answer this question by examining a controversial level.
with The Game ProfessorDoes a video game automatically endorse the actions it has you, the player, perform? Attempt to answer this question by examining a controversial level.
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9 minGames lesson 65 CQ
Can a video game build itself around violent gameplay, but condemn violence through its story? In this lesson, explore a discussion of games against violence.
with The Game ProfessorCan a video game build itself around violent gameplay, but condemn violence through its story? In this lesson, explore a discussion of games against violence.
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11 minGames lesson 76 CQ
Can violent video games be anti-violence? This case study of Call of Duty's Spec Ops answers this question and more about the portrayal of violence in games.
with The Game ProfessorCan violent video games be anti-violence? This case study of Call of Duty's Spec Ops answers this question and more about the portrayal of violence in games.
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10 minGames lesson 86 CQ
Nonviolent video games do exist! In this lesson, examine a few common methods of designing nonviolent video games and how they differ from violent counterparts.
with The Game ProfessorNonviolent video games do exist! In this lesson, examine a few common methods of designing nonviolent video games and how they differ from violent counterparts.
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10 minStatistics lesson 96 CQ
Having talked about nonviolent game design in the previous lesson, now play and discuss three games that exemplify the three gameplay methods established.
with The Game ProfessorHaving talked about nonviolent game design in the previous lesson, now play and discuss three games that exemplify the three gameplay methods established.
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10 minSoftware Development lesson 106 CQ
Now that you understand the history and present state of violent video games, take a look at what the future of violent video games possibly holds.
with The Game ProfessorNow that you understand the history and present state of violent video games, take a look at what the future of violent video games possibly holds.
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13160 min13-part Literature course86 CQ
In this course, tour the artistic and literary merits of video games with The Game Professor, including discussions of popular gaming topics and in-depth analyses of four games.
with The Game ProfessorIn this course, tour the artistic and literary merits of video games with The Game Professor, including discussions of popular gaming topics and in-depth analyses of four games.
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13160 min13-part Literature course86 CQ
In this course, tour the artistic and literary merits of video games with The Game Professor, including discussions of popular gaming topics and in-depth analyses of four games.
with The Game ProfessorIn this course, tour the artistic and literary merits of video games with The Game Professor, including discussions of popular gaming topics and in-depth analyses of four games.
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452 min4-part Literature course27 CQ
In this course on the intersection of philosophy and literature, examine a classic of Existentialist lit: Jean-Paul Sartre's classic short story, "The Wall."
with Gregory SadlerIn this course on the intersection of philosophy and literature, examine a classic of Existentialist lit: Jean-Paul Sartre's classic short story, "The Wall."
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10101 min10-part Literature course57 CQ
Have you ever wondered why video games are so violent? This course seeks to answer that question with an examination of violent themes in popular pieces of interactive art known as video games.
with The Game ProfessorHave you ever wondered why video games are so violent? This course seeks to answer that question with an examination of violent themes in popular pieces of interactive art known as video games.
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13 minLiterature lesson7 CQ
In this lesson, get an in-depth reading of William Blake’s two poems, both titled “The Chimney Sweep," and explore the nuances of Blake's social commentary.
with Elizabeth DeanIn this lesson, get an in-depth reading of William Blake’s two poems, both titled “The Chimney Sweep," and explore the nuances of Blake's social commentary.
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4 minFREELiterature lessonFree3 CQ
Learn about William Blake's masterful poem! Enjoy a complete reading of the poem, then dig into some literary analysis that puts the poem in historical context.
with Elizabeth DeanLearn about William Blake's masterful poem! Enjoy a complete reading of the poem, then dig into some literary analysis that puts the poem in historical context.
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1031 min10-part Video Games course21 CQ
Farming is an essential skill in the game of Minecraft. In this course from gamer ibxtoycat, learn how to farm sugar cane, melons, animals, and more in Minecraft on the PS3 and PS4 game consoles.
with ibxtoycatFarming is an essential skill in the game of Minecraft. In this course from gamer ibxtoycat, learn how to farm sugar cane, melons, animals, and more in Minecraft on the PS3 and PS4 game consoles.
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653 min6-part DIY course30 CQ
Are you looking to play some vintage video games, without digging up game consoles and cartridges? Create a custom gaming console with a Raspberry Pi computer and basic electronic components.
with Daniel SpiesAre you looking to play some vintage video games, without digging up game consoles and cartridges? Create a custom gaming console with a Raspberry Pi computer and basic electronic components.
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10101 min10-part Literature course57 CQ
Have you ever wondered why video games are so violent? This course seeks to answer that question with an examination of violent themes in popular pieces of interactive art known as video games.
with The Game ProfessorHave you ever wondered why video games are so violent? This course seeks to answer that question with an examination of violent themes in popular pieces of interactive art known as video games.
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11106 min11-part Video Games course59 CQ
So you want to be a Minecraft expert? In this course, learn the Minecraft tips and tricks that will get you to expert status and create an efficient gaming world that exceeds your expectations.
with Skippy 6 GamingSo you want to be a Minecraft expert? In this course, learn the Minecraft tips and tricks that will get you to expert status and create an efficient gaming world that exceeds your expectations.
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20246 min20-part Video Games course133 CQ
Are you a serious Minecrafter looking for an interesting new building project? In this course, Andy of Andy is Yoda demonstrates how to create an elaborate Victorian home block-by-block in Minecraft.
with Andy is YodaAre you a serious Minecrafter looking for an interesting new building project? In this course, Andy of Andy is Yoda demonstrates how to create an elaborate Victorian home block-by-block in Minecraft.