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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!

This module introduces accessibility concepts for game titles, gaming platforms, and gaming hardware. You learn about the core elements in gaming experiences that influence accessibility and how those elements can affect the experiences of gamers with visual, hearing, mobility, and cognitive disabilities.After you complete this module, you'll be able to: Assess gaming experiences through the lens of accessibility. Identify common visual, hearing, cognitive, and input-based elements within gaming experiences that can affect accessibility. Describe the importance of considering diverse player experiences when you explore accessible features and solutions. Learn about the importance of collaboration with the disability community in creating accessible gaming experiences. Identify methods to build connections with these communities. Implement best practice etiquette during these collaboration sessions.In this module, you will: Identify the meaning and importance of "nothing about us without us." Identify three potential approaches to connect with players who have disabilities to gather accessibility feedback throughout product development. Demonstrate an understanding of best practice etiquette for collaborating with individuals who have disabilities. Learn about the types of assistive hardware and software technologies that players with disabilities use to game, and the importance of supporting these assistive technologies when you create accessible gaming products and experiences for all audiences.After you complete this module, you'll be able to: Describe common gaming software-based features and tools and how their use can affect player experiences. Describe common hardware-based gaming assistive technologies and how their use can affect player experiences. Determine appropriate methods to support assistive technology users when you develop games and platforms. Learn about foundational accessibility best practice principles that you can use to guide the development of games and platforms. Also learn how to use the Xbox Accessibility Guidelines, a free online resource for developers that provides a comprehensive list of best practices organized by specific game elements and features.After you complete this module, you'll be able to: Describe the foundational best practice concepts of customization, representation through multiple sensory channels, and support of multiple ways of task completion for game and platform experiences. Demonstrate proper implementation of these concepts broadly across different types of game components and mechanics. Identify components of the Xbox Accessibility Guidelines and describe how each component can be used as a tool for ideation and testing to help ensure gaming products are accessible to players with disabilities. Learn how to create more accessible standard gaming hardware products, such as game consoles, controllers, and headsets. Discover ways to design hardware packaging that features accessible components to improve the unboxing experience of more customers.In this module, you'll learn about: The role of accessible design in standard gaming hardware development. Accessibility best practices to consider for hardware component operation and discoverability. Accessibility best practices to consider when you develop hardware packaging components.

Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and gaming in this comprehensive lecture by Vedant Khandelwal. Delve into the various applications of AI technologies in game development, including procedural content generation, non-player character behavior, and dynamic difficulty adjustment. Gain insights into how AI is revolutionizing game design, enhancing player experiences, and creating more immersive virtual worlds. Discover the latest trends and future possibilities in AI-driven gaming, from machine learning algorithms for improved graphics to AI-powered storytelling. Whether you're a game developer, AI enthusiast, or curious gamer, this talk offers valuable knowledge on the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of interactive entertainment.

Explore the world of Service Workers in this insightful conference talk by Patrick Kettner at NDC Conferences. Gain a deep understanding of how Service Workers function, their role in modern web development, and their impact on enhancing web application performance and offline capabilities. Learn about implementation strategies, best practices, and potential use cases for Service Workers in your projects. Discover how this powerful technology can revolutionize the way you build and deliver web experiences, improving user engagement and overall application reliability.

This course provides a complete history of the Virtual Boy, a gaming console released by Nintendo in 1995. The course covers the introduction, history, development, problems, games, downfall, and conclusion of the Virtual Boy. By the end of the course, learners will gain an understanding of the Virtual Boy's impact on the gaming industry and why it became one of the worst selling consoles of all time. The course is suitable for gaming enthusiasts, historians, and individuals interested in the history of video games. The teaching method involves a detailed narrative with visuals and background music to enhance the learning experience.

Explore the intersection of version control, open-source collaboration, and game development in this 53-minute conference talk from Copenhagen DevFest 2023. Discover the fundamentals of Git and GitHub, and learn how these tools are revolutionizing the gaming industry. Gain insights into the growing importance of source control in game creation, the benefits of using open-source game engines, and the challenges developers face when adopting these practices. Understand how Git and GitHub facilitate collaboration, code sharing, and project management in game development. Whether you're a aspiring game developer or an industry professional, acquire valuable knowledge about leveraging version control and open-source methodologies to enhance your game development workflow and contribute to the evolving landscape of the gaming industry.

Explore the future of gaming in this insightful panel discussion featuring industry leaders Holly Liu (Co-Founder of Kabam), Ambarish Mitra (CEO of Blippar), Shawn Layden (President of Sony Interactive Entertainment), and Blaise Zerega (Editor in Chief of VentureBeat). Delve into the transformative impact of mobile and augmented reality technologies on the gaming landscape, which have expanded accessibility and engaged new audiences. Gain valuable insights into market trends and potential future developments in the gaming industry as these experts share their perspectives on how the rise of mobile and AR gaming is reshaping the market and what lies ahead for gamers and developers alike.

Explore some of the most popular AI algorithms used to create two-player, turn-based games that are challenging enough to keep players guessing.

Despite medical and technological advances, half of the world’s population lacks access to essential health services, and over 8.9 million preventable deaths occur every year. There is an acute global shortage of health workers, a gap that will grow to 18 million by 2030. Studies show that training high-performing community health workers can help close these gaps and save more than 3 million lives annually. In the past few decades, many community health worker programs across the world have demonstrated their ability to save lives — including in the hardest-to-reach areas. Yet despite this progress, lessons on how to successfully scale these programs as part of national primary health systems are not widely shared. This course, developed in collaboration with the Community Health Academy at Last Mile Health, introduces learners to the core concepts of community health worker programs, and explores what is needed to build and strengthen large-scale programs in order to improve access to high-quality health services. The curriculum highlights the key components of designing community health systems, addresses common management challenges, and showcases lessons learned from a range of contributors — from community-level practitioners to government leaders and other global health experts. Through case studies of exemplar countries (including Ethiopia, Bangladesh, and Liberia), participants will learn from leaders across the globe how to advocate for, build, and optimize community health worker programs. This course was created by health systems leaders for health systems leaders. Whether you work in a Ministry of Health, lead or support a community health worker program, mobilize resources and advocate for increased investment in community health, or you are simply interested in knowing what it takes to deliver quality care through community health worker programs, learners will have the opportunity to advance their knowledge and skills to implement critical change. This course can be taken individually, but learners are also encouraged to convene their colleagues from within or across organizations to share insights and further enhance the learning experience. About the Community Health Academy Last Mile Health launched the Community Health Academy in 2017 to revolutionize training for community health workers and health systems leaders. The Academy is equipping current and next-generation health systems leaders to build strong community health systems through university-quality courses that are delivered virtually and in-person through coaching, mentorship, and group discussion. The Academy is also supporting Ministries of Health to enhance the effectiveness of their health worker training by deploying mobile phones equipped with high-quality digital content to frontline and community health workers.

Explore the current landscape of Linux gaming in this informative conference talk by Gabriel Krisman Bertazi from Collabora. Gain insights into the latest developments, challenges, and advancements in the Linux gaming ecosystem. Discover how open-source technologies are shaping the future of gaming on Linux platforms and learn about the ongoing efforts to improve compatibility and performance for gamers. Delve into topics such as graphics drivers, compatibility layers, and game development tools that are crucial for the growth of Linux as a gaming platform.

Explore data-driven strategies and community insights to combat cheating in gaming during this 35-minute GDC Fair Play Summit talk from 2021. Delve into Intorqa's Andrew Hogan's analysis of how leveraging data and understanding gaming communities can effectively address the persistent issue of cheating, enhancing fair play experiences for all players.

Learn how to optimize Windows 10 and 11 for gaming in this comprehensive video tutorial. Discover essential Windows settings to modify, understand why overclocking might not be the best option, and explore Afterburner settings for optimal performance. Gain insights into FPS, frametimes, and adjustments, and learn how to fine-tune game settings such as depth of field, motion blur, and occlusion. Understand when frame rates above 60 FPS matter and receive valuable closing thoughts on best practices for gaming optimization. Access additional resources like the Elden Ring FPS unlocker and MSI Afterburner to further enhance your gaming experience.

Explore the future of gaming on Facebook with Rick Kelley and JP Mangalindan in this insightful 20-minute conference talk from Web Summit 2017. Discover Facebook's unique gaming business model, learn how the platform assists developers in user acquisition and ad management, and delve into topics such as in-app purchases, eSports, and early engagement strategies. Gain valuable insights on the newly introduced gaming tab and the importance of diversity in the gaming industry. Understand how Facebook collaborates with developers to create a thriving gaming ecosystem and stands out as a distinctive platform in the competitive digital landscape.

Explore the convergence of gaming and film industries in this 18-minute Web Summit conference talk featuring Kati Levoranta from Rovio Entertainment and Rick Kelley from Facebook. Delve into topics such as Rovio's expansion into new territories, the success of the Angry Birds movie, and its impact on the gaming business. Learn about the importance of brand versus intellectual property, the development of Angry Birds 2, and the significance of diverse teams in the gaming industry. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities of women in gaming and discover how entertainment companies are navigating the blurred lines between gaming and mainstream media.

Discover how to use Unity 5 to add multiplayer network components to your games.

Developing a professional career that embraces work flexibility is not just a dream. This set of online courses—a partnership between FlexJobs and LinkedIn Learning—is designed to help you achieve a fulfilling career and the work flexibility to lead the life you want.Explore strategies to add flexibility to your current work environment.Discover how to find a new remote role.Learn practical tips for succeeding in remote work.

This keynote presentation from Code BEAM America 2025 explores how artificial intelligence can empower gig workers to organize collectively. Discover the AI for Worker Collective Action framework, which combines social theories with Large Language Models (LLMs) and worker-owned data to create technologies that improve working conditions on platforms like Upwork and Amazon Mechanical Turk. Learn through case studies how this approach can transform the future of work, with a focus on AI's societal impacts and worker wellbeing. The 41-minute talk aims to inspire the development of AI systems that empower workers and underserved populations.

How to distinguish employees from independent contractors. What you'll learn: Learn common factors used to test whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor Apply common factors to their personal business situationUse Self-Assessment Tools to identify business practice that may adjustment so workers can be properly classified as independent contractorsKeep organized records of your contractors' classifications Understanding Worker Classification is a crash course that will help business owners learn the factors used to determine whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor. The additional bonus resources included with the course are:Independent Contractor v. Employee Self-Assessment questionnaire (one for each test covered in the course: 20 factor, IRS Test and Economic Realities Test);Independent Contractor Worksheet (one for each test covered in the course: 20 factor, IRS Test and Economic Realities Test); 5 Step Guide to Conducting your Self-Audit; 20 Factor Cheat Sheet with examples; 50 State Survey that sets forth the worker classification tests used in each state; and IRS Independent Contractor Information Sheet Form Independent Contractor Agreements for Single Projects and Recurring ProjectsThere is about 2 hours of learning material including videos, power point presentation, and audio recordings. I will discuss some background issues on worker classification and then dive right into the 20 factor test. I will define each factor and discuss a comparison of two cases: one where the worker was determined to be an independent contractor and another where a class of workers were found to be employees. That way, you can see real situations that these factors were applied and learn common "do's and don'ts." After every 5 factors, I will do a brief recap and discuss important take-a-ways. Once we conclude the 20 factor test, I also address the IRS Test and the Department of Labor Economic Realities test. I will then go through next steps for your business and the 5 simple steps to conduct your self-assessment. After that, I do a lecture where I discuss the key provisions of the form contracts that are included in the course and then I give a course wrap up. Worker classification is a hot issue for the federal government and state agencies which have increased audits in this area. Understanding these issues will help your business get proactive and hopefully stop a problem before it starts. Please remember that the information in this course should be used as a general reference and you should not solely rely on this information for making legal decisions. You should consult an attorney for employment law issues.

Learn to build a headless Linux gaming virtual machine using Proxmox virtualization platform with Bazzite OS, Sunshine streaming server, and Moonlight client in this 17-minute tutorial. Set up PCIe GPU passthrough to enable hardware acceleration for your gaming VM, allowing you to stream games to any device from anywhere on your network. Follow the complete installation and configuration process for creating a cloud gaming server using open-source tools, including detailed steps for integrating an AMD Radeon Pro W5500 graphics card into your homelab setup. Master the techniques for establishing remote gaming capabilities through virtualization, transforming your server infrastructure into an on-demand gaming platform accessible from multiple devices.

Explore the world of gaming platform entrepreneurship in this Stanford seminar featuring David Baszucki, founder of Roblox. Dive into the principles behind successful gaming platforms, examine Roblox's impressive statistics, and understand the power of viral loops. Gain insights from Baszucki's personal experience and learn valuable lessons on capital efficiency, monetization strategies, and managing public perception. Discover how to balance data-driven decisions with design intuition, implement effective advertising models, and address concerns about parental controls. Understand the importance of a well-planned product roadmap and strategies to prevent user migration. Analyze the role of blockchain in gaming platforms and explore methods for incorporating feedback from parents. This comprehensive talk offers a wealth of knowledge for aspiring entrepreneurs and gaming industry professionals alike.