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The Definition of Games and Play

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Even between all four pieces we read, I don’t really feel like there is a whole lot to be gained from defining the term ‘play’. While it is obviously a significant cultural factor, I feel that the definition has to be exceptionally broad to be of any use while still relating to how people actually…

On Huizinga

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Oh You, I thought while reading Huizinga’s Homo Ludens. You’re almost there. Almost.

First Reading Response

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I found this weeks readings to be pretty stimulating as far as how I think about what it means to “play.” Houzinga’s piece “Homo Ludens” was especially conductive for my thoughts about what it means to play. I especially like how he recalls that the activity of “play” existed long before humans were ever around.…

Week 2 To-Do

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Write & post a short post introducing yourself to all of us (this is also a “let’s make sure everything is working properly!” test post, so no one is caught unawares on Wednesday night). If you have experience with games (digital or analog) or sports, let us know about them! Do you have a favorite…