Gaming: An Emergent Discipline.

Duke, Richard D.

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Publication Date: 1995

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Gaming: An Emergent Discipline.

Duke, Richard D.

Simulation & Gaming, v26 n4 p426-39 Dec 1995

This personal narrative traces the background of instructional gaming from 1958 to 1995. The advantages and disadvantages of gaming as a disciplined activity are considered. The evolution of professional organizations, related academic activity, the game design process, and the need for consistent use of terms are addressed. Contains 57 references. (AEF)

Descriptors: Computer Games, Computer Simulation, Computer System Design, Design Requirements, Experiential Learning, Learning Activities, Organizational Development, Organizations (Groups), Personal Narratives, Strategic Planning, Training Methods, Vocabulary

Publication Type: Historical Materials; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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