Essays about: "MMORPGs"

Showing result 16 - 19 of 19 essays containing the word MMORPGs.

  1. 16. Digital Games and Language Learning

    University essay from Malmö högskola/Lärarutbildningen (LUT)

    Author : Jacob Kluge; Jonas Bjärnmark; [2012]
    Keywords : communicative competence; digital games; flow; language learning; language teaching; MMORPGS; motivational learning; pedagogical strategies;

    Abstract : With this survey paper we have contrasted and summarized research on digital games and language learning in order to investigate whether digital games can be used to instil communicative competence in students. In addition, we have examined what kinds of considerations that need to be made by teachers when applying digital games in educational settings. READ MORE

  3. 17. Do MMORPGs enhance MMMCCL : Multi-Media Multi-Channel Communication Literacy

    University essay from Medier och kommunikation

    Author : Patrick Prax; [2009]
    Keywords : Multi-Media; Multi Channel Communication; Media Literacy; Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games;

    Abstract : Purpose/Aim: The aim of the paper is to find out if there is a correlation between playing MMORPGs and having better skills in using multi-channel communication. Material/Method: A media-skill test was conducted in the internet testing the participants’ ability to respond to targets in three different channels and media at the same time. READ MORE

  4. 18. Morpho-semantic processes in the English language used in a Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game : A case study of neologisms in Warhammer Online

    University essay from Institutionen för humaniora

    Author : Daniel Nilsson; [2009]
    Keywords : abbreviation; acronym; computer-mediated communication; MMORPG; netspeak; semantics; word formation process.;

    Abstract : The language used in Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games (or MMORPGs) is a form of computer-mediate communication. It consists of elements from both written and spoken language, but it is a highly abbreviated and innovative form of written language. This study focuses on the English language used in a MMORPG called Warhammer Online. READ MORE

  5. 19. Leadership behind the Screen : New Theory about Leadership in Online Role-Playing Games

    University essay from Medier och kommunikation

    Author : Patrick Prax; [2008]
    Keywords : Leadership; Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games; Four Capabilities Framework; Leadership Grid; Grounded Theory Approach; World of Warcraft; Guild;

    Abstract : Purpose/Aim: The aim of this paper is to study how guild leaders in World of Warcraft (WOW) and leaders of real life organizations compare in terms of tasks, every-day experiences, environment, responsibilities and motivation. This comparison is used to build a new theory describing leadership in Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games (MMORPGs). READ MORE