ONLINE Northwest Conference & a step back from gaming

Monday, February 16th, 2009 Posted in presentations | Comments Off

I just got back from the 2009 OLNW conference. I love this event. The people and content are always strong and the focus on technology in libraries makes it a ... Read more..

Fallout 3: Impressions

Sunday, November 23rd, 2008 Posted in games | Comments Off

Fallout has impacted my thoughts on violence mostly as a counterpoint to Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. I didn't really get San Andreas. I was *interested* in the game and ... Read more..

How do games justify their violent content?

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008 Posted in games | Comments Off

As I've mentioned, I've been reluctant to write about the ethics of violence in games. However, last week, Jack Thompson was disbarred in Florida and that changes the landscape ... Read more..

Games as an excuse to think about ethics

Sunday, September 14th, 2008 Posted in games | Comments Off

I don't find all conversations about ethics and games interesting. Controversies surrounding the effects of violent games on juvenile behavior or restrictiing access to content that challanges the dominant cultural ... Read more..

What is interesting about games?

Friday, September 12th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

I ask myself this question because after doing a lot of work (soon to be published!) on Portal I found myself in a bit of a lull when it comes ... Read more..