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Posts tagged “Jargon Schmargon”

  • Jargon Schmargon: Self Determination Theory

    By  Dr. Rachel Kowert · Oct 7, 2021 · Research

    In this episode of Jargon Schmargon, we discuss Self-Determination Theory in the context of video game play motivations. Self Determination Theory, or SDT, is something I have talked about in…

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  • Jargon Schmargon: Play Motivations

    By  Dr. Rachel Kowert · Sep 1, 2021 · Research

    In this episode of Jargon Schmargon, we take a look at play motivations. What motivates us to play games, beyond the simple act of “having fun”. Several play motivation models…

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  • Jargon Schmargon: Aggression & Violence

    By  Dr. Rachel Kowert · Aug 4, 2021 · Research

    Aggression and violence are two terms we hear often when talking about video game effects. In fact, these two terms are used interchangeably, which is unfortunate because they actually refer…

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  • Jargon Schmargon: Social Capital

    By  Dr. Rachel Kowert · Jul 7, 2021 · Research

    In this episode of Jargon Schmargon, we explore the term social capital. This includes a brief discussion of bridging and bonding social capital and the kinds of social capital that…

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  • Jargon Schmargon: Mental Health

    By  Dr. Rachel Kowert · Jun 2, 2021 · Research

    On this episode of Jargon Schmargon, we explore the terms “mental health” and “mental illness” in more detail.  Now you may be saying to yourself, “mental health, what does that…

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  • Jargon Schmargon: Social Learning

    By  Dr. Rachel Kowert · May 5, 2021 · Research

    In this episode of Jargon Schmargon, we explore Social Learning Theory as a potential explanation for why video games may impact our thoughts and behaviors. This includes an overview of…

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  • Jargon Schmargon: Social Identity

    By  Dr. Rachel Kowert · Apr 7, 2021 · Research

    In this episode of Jargon Schmargon, we will explore the concept of social identity. I’ve previously talked about “Gamer” social identity in a previous episode of Jargon Schmargon, but in…

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  • Jargon Schmargon: Parasocial Relationships

    By  Dr. Rachel Kowert · Mar 3, 2021 · Research

    In this episode of Jargon Schmargon, we take a closer look at parasocial relationships. Parasocial relationships is a term developed in the 1950s to describe the relationships we feel with…

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