by Kourosh | May 27, 2008 | On Mind, On Technology
Whether or not video games are addictive or provide a useful learning environment is a hot topic. It is unfortunate that the term “addiction” is even bandied about. (Yes, it is a part of the title of my book. I explain the wording in the book...
by Kourosh | May 20, 2008 | On Mind, On Technology
Neat. Video Game Play and Addiction was mentioned on Ars Technica by their gaming guru Ben Kuchera. He specifically mentions and looks at the section about how gamers are different. A lot can be said about this topic and some very good literature has been...
by Kourosh | May 12, 2008 | On Technology
Technology maintains a neutral stance regardless of an observer’s vantage point. This is hardly surprising as we would expect this of any tool. A hammer can be used to hang a picture or hurt a thumb. There is something about approaching anything new that...
by Kourosh | May 8, 2008 | On Mind, On Music, On Technology
As this site is seeing some increase in traffic, a more detailed description of its purpose is likely warranted. “On Mind, Music, and Technology” has now been add to the side bar.
by Kourosh | May 5, 2008 | On Technology
Massively has written a nice article pointing out some of the issues unique to gamers with disabilities. The importance of interface in any piece of software or any tool, for that matter, is often paramount in terms of its usefulness. The success of the iPod, for...
by Kourosh | May 2, 2008 | On Technology
Found this one at Game Politics.
