Gaming and Identity

Catalog description

(formerly NMD 2860) Building on themes introduced in the Introduction to Game Studies course, this course examines the relationship between gaming and identity. Identity factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age and ability impact the experiences of individual players, their communities and the contexts in which they play. Policies, practices, and community norms will be analyzed and theorized. Students will explore contemporary issues and debates that gaming populations face and hypothesize research-driven solutions. Written, oral, design and research skills will be practiced and honed.